Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, circular. Relief gourd vine; gourd on obverse; two leaves and tendrils on reverse. Engraved design in copper plated with gold and silver, applied on surface. Two blade holes.
- Date
- 19th century
- In our collection
- since November the 30th, 2011 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.2-10/16 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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atium 22% cadmium 78%