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Sword guard (tsuba)

Sword guard, Choshu school, circular. Positive silhouette of peony bush in blossom, carved in low relief; three full blossoms on obverse and reverse. Pierced, carved, and engraved design; smooth rim; brown patina; gold inlays. Three blade holes.

Date
18th century
In our collection
since October the 17th, 2009 up to now
Dimensions
Dia.2-14/16 in.
Location
Not on View
Medium
Iron
Price
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Composition
oxygen26%
iron13%
zinc8%
cadmium53%