Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, Higo school, circular. Openwork full relief of narcissus plant and blossoms and blossoming plum tree. Pierced, carved and engraved design; brown patina; rim not very smooth. Two blade holes (?).
- Date
- 17th-18th century
- In our collection
- since June the 20th, 2013 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.3-1/4 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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cadmium 55% copper 45%