A shakudō kozuka decorated with equestrian tack inlaid in raven black shakudō, gold uttori and a silver alloy on a nanako ground. Unsigned.
Attributed to Goto Joshin (Japanese, 1513 – 1562), 3rd generation Goto master.
Late Muromachi period, Tenbun era (c. 1550).
Size: 96.7 x 14.4 x 4.9 mm.
Tokubetsu Hozon certificate № 2004230 issued by NBTHK on May 10, 2017.
For a detailed explanation of terms see: Sesko, Markus. Handbook: Of Sword Fittings Related Terms. Germany: Books on Demand, 2011.
Additional Information
| Collection | Japanese swords & fittings |
|---|---|
| Type / Purpose | Kozuka |
| Country | Japan |
| Period | 16 AD , Mid-16th century , Muromachi period [室町時代] (1336–1573) , Tenbun era [天文] (1532–1555) |
| Material | Gold uttori , Shakudo , Silver |
| Media/Technique | Suemon-zōgan |
| Subject | Equestrian tack |
| School | Goto School |
| Acquisition year | 2022 |
