Sword guard - Iron (cast/wrought) - Japan - unknown
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Japanese iron tsuba of rounded form with carved bridge, figure and flowing-water motifs, featuring a central nakago-ana and two side openings, an inscription near the nakago-ana, weight about 101 g, size ~6.5 cm, provenance from a gallery/antique dealer, original attribution, in fair condition with military context, comes with a wooden storage box.
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A Japanese iron tsuba of rounded form with carved decoration. The design appears to include a bridge or architectural element, a standing or moving figure, and flowing-water or wave-like motifs. The tsuba has a central nakago-ana and two side openings. An inscription is visible near the nakago-ana, but I prefer not to overstate the reading based on photographs alone.
The metal surface shows age-related wear, rubbing, patina variation, and minor oxidation consistent with age and use. The visible weight shown in the photographs is approximately 101.2 g. The size appears to be approximately 6.5 cm, but please rely on the photographs for the overall impression and measurements.
A wooden storage box is included. The box appears to be a storage box, but I cannot confirm that it is original to the tsuba.
A Japanese iron tsuba of rounded form with carved decoration. The design appears to include a bridge or architectural element, a standing or moving figure, and flowing-water or wave-like motifs. The tsuba has a central nakago-ana and two side openings. An inscription is visible near the nakago-ana, but I prefer not to overstate the reading based on photographs alone.
The metal surface shows age-related wear, rubbing, patina variation, and minor oxidation consistent with age and use. The visible weight shown in the photographs is approximately 101.2 g. The size appears to be approximately 6.5 cm, but please rely on the photographs for the overall impression and measurements.
A wooden storage box is included. The box appears to be a storage box, but I cannot confirm that it is original to the tsuba.
Details
Over 200 years old
No
Era
1400-1900
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Iron (cast/wrought)
Condition
Fair
Dynastic style/period
unknown
Height
6.8 cm
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
Width
6.5 cm
Depth
6 cm
Attribution
Original
Sold with stand
No
Military Context
Yes
Estimated period
unknown
Object title
Japanese iron tsuba with carved bridge, figure and flowing-water motif – inscription appears present
Authenticity
Original/official
Comes with certificate of authenticity
No
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