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A WWII-era Japanese tsuba for an Imperial Japanese Army officer’s sword, gilded with cherry blossom relief, bordered and textured ground, measuring about 5.5 cm by 6.7 cm and 8 mm thick, weighing about 122.5 g, in good condition.
Description from the seller
An Japanese sword guard (tsuba), believed to be from a WWII-era Imperial Japanese Army officer’s guntō. This striking piece features a richly gilded surface with an elegant relief design of cherry blossoms (sakura), a symbol deeply associated with the Japanese military spirit and the fleeting nature of life. The refined ornamental border and textured ground highlight the craftsmanship, while the symmetrical floral motifs enhance its aesthetic balance.
Size:
Width: approx. 5.5 cm
Height: approx. 6.7 cm
Thickness: approx. 8 mm
Weight:
Approx. 122.5 g
Artist Profile:
Unknown craftsman. Likely produced in Japan during the mid-20th century for military use.
Seller's Story
An Japanese sword guard (tsuba), believed to be from a WWII-era Imperial Japanese Army officer’s guntō. This striking piece features a richly gilded surface with an elegant relief design of cherry blossoms (sakura), a symbol deeply associated with the Japanese military spirit and the fleeting nature of life. The refined ornamental border and textured ground highlight the craftsmanship, while the symmetrical floral motifs enhance its aesthetic balance.
Size:
Width: approx. 5.5 cm
Height: approx. 6.7 cm
Thickness: approx. 8 mm
Weight:
Approx. 122.5 g
Artist Profile:
Unknown craftsman. Likely produced in Japan during the mid-20th century for military use.

