Iron (wrought) - Japan - Edo Period (1600-1868)

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Original wrought-iron Japanese tsuba dating to the late Edo period, weighing 147.6 g, dimensions 83 × 84 × 4 mm, with a gold design largely worn away, and including the dedicated paulownia wood box.

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Description from the seller

This is a Japanese sword guard (*tsuba*) believed to date from the late Edo period.
It weighs 147.6 grams and has a substantial, weighty feel.
Gold was originally used to create the design, though much of it has worn away over time.
The dedicated paulownia wood box shown in the photos is included.

This is a Japanese sword guard (*tsuba*) believed to date from the late Edo period.
It weighs 147.6 grams and has a substantial, weighty feel.
Gold was originally used to create the design, though much of it has worn away over time.
The dedicated paulownia wood box shown in the photos is included.

Details

Dynastic Style/Period
Edo Period (1600-1868)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Attribution
Original
Material
Iron (wrought)
Height
84 mm
Width
83 mm
Depth
4 mm
Condition
Good condition
Authenticity
Original/official
JapanVerified
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Objects sold
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