Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, Bushu schools, circular. Openwork design of sagittarius blossoms and leaves in full reflief, in positive silhouettes. Pierced, carved, and engraved; brown patina; rim varied. Three blade holes; one plugged.
- Date
- 17th-19th century
- In our collection
- since November the 7th, 2017 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.3 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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cadmium 96% copper 4%