鉄地茄子図透鍔 - Iron (cast/wrought) - Shoami（正阿弥) - Edo Period (1600-1868)
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Edo-period iron tsuba with sukashi eggplant motif, attributed to the Shoami school, NBTHK Tokubetsu Kicho certified, about 8.0 cm in diameter and 135 g, with original sekigane and a rich patina.
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Title
Japanese Sword Tsuba – Edo Period Iron Sukashi, Shoami School, Eggplant Motif – NBTHK Tokubetsu Kicho Certified
Description
This is an exceptional Japanese sword tsuba from the Edo period, finely crafted in iron and attributed to the renowned Shoami school.
The tsuba features an elegant openwork (sukashi) design depicting eggplants (nasubi), an auspicious motif in Japanese tradition traditionally associated with good fortune, fulfillment, and prosperity.
The iron surface has developed a rich, deep patina characteristic of fine antique Japanese sword fittings. Original copper plugs (sekigane) are fitted around the nakago-ana, reflecting historical adjustment and careful preservation of the fitting.
With a diameter of approximately 8.0 cm and a weight of 135 g, the tsuba has a substantial yet refined presence, making it an impressive example of Edo-period iron sukashi work.
The piece is accompanied by an official NBTHK (Nihon Bijutsu Token Hozon Kyokai) Tokubetsu Kicho certification paper issued in Showa 47 (1972). The certificate attributes the work to the Shoami school.
The tsuba also comes with a custom-made paulownia wood box (kiri bako), including a fitted cushion, as well as the original NBTHK paper sleeve.
Size: Approx. 8.0 × 8.0 × 0.4 cm
Weight: Approx. 135 g
Estimated Market Value
Condition
The tsuba is in excellent antique condition, with a clean and well-preserved iron surface and no structural damage or active rust.
Minor signs of age and historical handling are present, consistent with an authentic Edo-period iron sword fitting.
The accompanying NBTHK certification paper and its protective sleeve are well preserved, with the certificate remaining fully legible.
Title
Japanese Sword Tsuba – Edo Period Iron Sukashi, Shoami School, Eggplant Motif – NBTHK Tokubetsu Kicho Certified
Description
This is an exceptional Japanese sword tsuba from the Edo period, finely crafted in iron and attributed to the renowned Shoami school.
The tsuba features an elegant openwork (sukashi) design depicting eggplants (nasubi), an auspicious motif in Japanese tradition traditionally associated with good fortune, fulfillment, and prosperity.
The iron surface has developed a rich, deep patina characteristic of fine antique Japanese sword fittings. Original copper plugs (sekigane) are fitted around the nakago-ana, reflecting historical adjustment and careful preservation of the fitting.
With a diameter of approximately 8.0 cm and a weight of 135 g, the tsuba has a substantial yet refined presence, making it an impressive example of Edo-period iron sukashi work.
The piece is accompanied by an official NBTHK (Nihon Bijutsu Token Hozon Kyokai) Tokubetsu Kicho certification paper issued in Showa 47 (1972). The certificate attributes the work to the Shoami school.
The tsuba also comes with a custom-made paulownia wood box (kiri bako), including a fitted cushion, as well as the original NBTHK paper sleeve.
Size: Approx. 8.0 × 8.0 × 0.4 cm
Weight: Approx. 135 g
Estimated Market Value
Condition
The tsuba is in excellent antique condition, with a clean and well-preserved iron surface and no structural damage or active rust.
Minor signs of age and historical handling are present, consistent with an authentic Edo-period iron sword fitting.
The accompanying NBTHK certification paper and its protective sleeve are well preserved, with the certificate remaining fully legible.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Edo Period (1600-1868)
Number of objects
1
Artist
Shoami（正阿弥)
Attribution
Attributed to
Material
Iron (cast/wrought)
Height
8 cm
Width
0.4 cm
Title of artwork
鉄地茄子図透鍔
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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