Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, Bushu schools, circular. Negative silhouette of cherry blossom, plum blossom, flying birds (?), and triple diamond; smooth surface. Pierced design; brown patina; smooth rim. Three blade holes.
- Date
- 17th-19th century
- In our collection
- since August the 21st, 2014 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.2-15/16 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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zinc 89% copper 3% oxygen 8%