Kyo-sukashi iron tsuba of round form with design of hollyhock (aoi ) and wild geese. Slightly rounded rim. Copper sekigane.
Momoyama period, late 16th - early 17th century.
Height: 82.6 mm, Width: 82.1 mm, Thickness at seppa-dai: 4.5 mm.
NTHK (Nihon Token Hozon Kai) certified.
Additional Information
| Collection | Japanese swords & fittings |
|---|---|
| Type / Purpose | Tsuba |
| Country | Japan |
| Period | 16 AD , 17 AD , Azuchi–Momoyama period [安土桃山時代] (1568–1603) |
| School | Kyo |
| Material | Iron |
| Media/Technique | Sukashi |
| Subject | Aoi (hollyhock) , Wild geese |
| Acquisition year | 2014 |