Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, pointed quatrilobe. Low relief genji symbols and tendrils; two symbols on obverse; one on reverse; rough surface. Carved and inlaid design; gold and shakudo inlays; brown patina; rim rough. Three blade holes; two with gilt plugs.
- Date
- 17th century
- In our collection
- since May the 18th, 2016 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.4 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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oxygen 16% atium 8% iron 75% zinc 1%