Sword guard - Brass - Japan
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Original Japanese brass tsuba with a nami chidori motif, dating to circa 1940–1950, in fair condition, 6.93 × 6.08 cm and 0.45 cm thick, weighing about 114 g, military context, with a modern non-original Paulownia box.
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Description from the seller
A Japanese tsuba with a finely carved nami chidori (waves and plovers) motif.
The plate appears to be of brass, with a darkened patina and detailed relief carving showing dynamic waves and birds in flight.
Dimensions: approx. 6.93 × 6.08 cm
Thickness: approx. 0.45 cm at the seppa-dai
Weight: approx. 114.3 g
The tsuba is unsigned. The exact period of manufacture is uncertain, and it is therefore offered conservatively as a Japanese tsuba of unknown period.
A paulownia wood box is included; however, the box is of modern manufacture and is not original to the tsuba.
Condition: visible surface dirt, age-related wear, rubbing, and patina irregularities. No major damage to the carving is apparent from visual inspection, but please study the photographs carefully for your own impression of condition.
This is an attractive decorative piece with a lively traditional Japanese nami chidori design.
A Japanese tsuba with a finely carved nami chidori (waves and plovers) motif.
The plate appears to be of brass, with a darkened patina and detailed relief carving showing dynamic waves and birds in flight.
Dimensions: approx. 6.93 × 6.08 cm
Thickness: approx. 0.45 cm at the seppa-dai
Weight: approx. 114.3 g
The tsuba is unsigned. The exact period of manufacture is uncertain, and it is therefore offered conservatively as a Japanese tsuba of unknown period.
A paulownia wood box is included; however, the box is of modern manufacture and is not original to the tsuba.
Condition: visible surface dirt, age-related wear, rubbing, and patina irregularities. No major damage to the carving is apparent from visual inspection, but please study the photographs carefully for your own impression of condition.
This is an attractive decorative piece with a lively traditional Japanese nami chidori design.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Brass
Condition
Fair
Height
6.93 cm
Width
6.08 cm
Depth
0.45 cm
Military Context
Yes
Estimated period
1940-1950
Object title
Japanese tsuba with nami chidori motif – brass ground – with modern paulownia box
Authenticity
Original/official
Comes with certificate of authenticity
No
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