Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, Namban type, circular. Full relief interlace of dragons (2) and tendrils. Pierced, carved, engraved and gilded; brown patina; rim rough. Two blade holes.
- Date
- 17th century
- In our collection
- since September the 17th, 2016 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.2-13/16 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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cadmium 89% iron 11%