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Sword guard (tsuba)

Sword guard, Jakushi school, circular. Low relief mountainous landscape with huts; two men crossing a bridge on obverse; boat fishermen on reverse. Carved and engraved design; gold and copper inlays and damascening; brown patina; rough rim. Three blade holes.

Date
18th century
In our collection
since April the 24th, 2016 up to now
Dimensions
Dia.3-5/16 in.
Location
Not on View
Medium
Iron
Price
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Composition
iron87%
atium11%
zinc2%