Early 19th century Japanese kashira (metal pommel at the end of the hilt of a sword) with multimetal inlays in high relief depicting an eagle in sitting on a gnarled willow branch in a menacing attitude. Superbly made piece with crisp metalwork (see its wings with differentiated feathers and gold spots on a branch), in excellent condition, fantastic detailing. Length 1 5/16 inches (33.5 mm).
Early 19th century Japanese kashira (metal pommel at the end of the hilt of a sword) with multimetal inlays depicting various flowers among golden foliage. Elegant design in Japanese taste, superbly made piece with crisp metalwork and gilding, in excellent condition. Length 1 7/16 inches.
Early 19th century Japanese kashira (metal pommel at the end of the hilt of a sword) with multimetal inlays depicting the head of Jurojin (one of the 7 Gods of Good Fortune, he is usually associated with longevity) enveloped in his robe, and holding a scroll in front of him. Superbly made piece with crisp metalwork, different patinas, in great condition. Two-part silver fitting on the back with incised pine design. Length 1 5/16 inches.
Early 19th century Japanese kashira (metal pommel at the end of the hilt of a sword) with multimetal inlays depicting a scholar looking up in the sky under a tree, with a staff in his hands. Superbly made piece with crisp metalwork and gilding in excellent condition, wonderful detailing. Length 1 5/16 inches.
Early 19th century Japanese kashira (metal pommel at the end of the hilt of a sword) with multimetal inlays depicting two different fish and a bamboo branch, all on a textured ground. Superbly made piece with crisp metalwork in excellent condition. Length 1 5/16 inches.
Early 19th century Japanese kashira (metal pommel at the end of the hilt of a sword) with relief decoration of wild chrysanthemums and grasses, all on a textured ground. Elegant design in Japanese taste, nicely made piece with crisp metalwork, some wear. Length 1 5/16 inches.
Early 19th century Japanese kashira (metal pommel at the end of the hilt of a sword) with multimetal inlays depicting two cranes in flight among clouds above distant hills, all on a punched ground. Superbly made piece with crisp metalwork and gilding in excellent condition, wonderful detailing. Length 1 1/4 inches.
Early 19th century Japanese kashira (metal pommel at the end of the hilt of a sword) with multimetal inlays depicting a singing bird perched on a branch of a flowering prunus tree. Superbly made piece with crisp metalwork and gilding. Length 1 3/8 inches.
Pair of early 19th century menuki - Japanese sword fittings - each depicting a pair of pigeons in different attitudes. Superb design, excellent casting and detailing, beautiful patina. Length 1 3/16 inches.
Pair of early 19th century menuki - Japanese sword fittings - each depicting a rabbit on a cresting wave with gold inlaid drops. Did not photograph well. Excellent design, superb casting and detailing, beautiful patina. Length 1 3/8 inches.
