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Sword guard (tsuba)

Sword guard, Ito school, circular. Openwork, radiating pattern of double chrysanthemum flower petals in negative silhouette. Pierced and carved design; brown (rusty) patina; rim lobed. Three blade holes; one brass lined.

Date
17th-18th century
In our collection
since February the 17th, 2014 up to now
Dimensions
Dia.2-5/8 in.
Location
Not on View
Medium
Iron
Price
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Composition
cadmium9%
oxygen65%
zinc1%
copper25%