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Oval Sentoku Tsuba

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Swords and Related: Pre 1900   item# 1107597 (stock# 05-189p)

Oval Sentoku Tsuba
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An oval sentoku tsuba with metal fukurin (rim cover)overlaid in silver, gold, shakudo and copper. The setting for the front of the tsuba is a mysterious nocturnal scene of a fisherman with two cormorants by the river’s edge. The practice of using cormorants to catch small river fish dates to the Nara Period when the fisherman would tie the bird’s neck with rope to prevent the bird from swallowing the fish. The reverse side of the tsuba depicts a truncated image of a boat among water reeds and on ...click for details


Shibuichi Tsuba with Kiri Mons

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Swords and Related: Pre 1900   item# 1061450 (stock# 03-346p)

Shibuichi Tsuba with Kiri Mons
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A shibuichi, eight-lobed tsuba with beautifully executed gilt kiri mons strategically placed, front and back. (The kiri mon, or paulownia crest, one of the most honored Japanese crests, also relates to the legend of the mythical phoenix that perches only on the branches of the paulownia tree.) This tsuba is in very good condition, with 2 kogai bitsu (opening for the kogai and kozuka). Length: 3" Late Edo Period, Japan


Iron Tsuba Inlaid with Sentoku Aoi Leaves

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Swords and Related: Pre 1900   item# 1053243 (stock# 5-276cp )

Iron Tsuba Inlaid with Sentoku Aoi Leaves
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A semi-sukashi, mokko-shaped iron tsuba inlaid with sentoku in Heianjo style. Aoi leaves and fine tendrils on both sides are inlaid in suemon zogan style, the large areas inlaid with slightly- raised sentoku. (This elegant Heianjo style became popular during the Muromachi Period, continuing well into the Edo Period.) This marvelous example of the genre is in very good condition, its minor wear commensurate with age and use. Diameter: 3" Edo Period, Japan


A Menuki as Kwan Yu

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Swords and Related: Pre 1900   item# 1051181 (stock# 9-134cp)

A Menuki as Kwan Yu
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A large and marvelous shakudo and gilt menuki formed as a standing Kuan Yu with fierce expression and Chinese halberd in hand. The Chinese general is dressed in intricate, patterned robes of kaga-inlaid gilt, round helmet on his head. On the reverse, a large silver rectangular plaque is incised with the name Suifu in Ibaragi prefecture, the artist's home base - near Tokyo This striking menuki is in excellent condition; minor wear to the gilt commensurate with age and use. 19 ...click for details


A pair of Menuki as a Kabuto and Arrow with Quivers

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Swords and Related: Pre 1900   item# 1051179 (stock# 04-347p)

A pair of Menuki as a Kabuto and Arrow with Quivers
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A pair of menuki cast in relief with elaborate use of shakudo, gilt and silver; one, formed as a kabuto and gunbai (war fan), the other a bow with arrows and quiver. This set of menuki is exquisitely incised, textured and chiseled to achieve the appearance of the actual objects. The menuki are in excellent condition with no dents, loss or restoration. Edo Period, Japan


Owari Style Iron Tsuba Modeled as a Crane

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Swords and Related: Pre 1900   item# 1049458 (stock# FC-203p )

Owari Style Iron Tsuba Modeled as a Crane
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An Owari style, iron tsuba expertly modeled as a crane with outstretched wings, its body pierced in the ko-sukashi style (negative silhouette). The mimi, edge of the tsuba, is shaped as the bird's plumage, the eyes inlaid with gold, both providing immediate identity to this beautiful and recognizable motif in Japanese art. No restoration or damage, only minor signs of wear consistent with age. Edo Period, Japan


Mino Goto School Daisho Tsuba Set

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Swords and Related: Pre 1900   item# 1028565 (stock# 04-296p )

Mino Goto School Daisho Tsuba Set
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A classical Mino Goto School daisho tsuba set of mokko-form worked in relief with scrolling peony vines and playful shishi in overlaid gilt and shakudo on a finely grained nanako ground. The daisho tsuba are presented in a custom-made wooden display box with silken pillows and fitted lid. The tsuba set is in excellent condition-an exquisite addition to any collection. Mid Edo Period, Japan


A Pair of Shakudo and Gilt Menuki Cufflinks

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Swords and Related: Pre 1900   item# 1012954 (stock# 5-222cp)

A Pair of Shakudo and Gilt Menuki Cufflinks
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A marvelous pair of shakudo and gilt menuki formed as bridles for Samurai horses.The menuki were transformed into a gentleman's cufflinks with silver mounts. In excellent condition with some desired patination to the silver mounts. 19th Century, Japan


Japanese Matchlock Gun

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Swords and Related: Pre 1900   item# 1007681 (stock# FC-439p )

Japanese Matchlock Gun
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A fine Japanese silver-inlaid matchlock gun with wood frame and russet-iron barrel. Its sleek design emphasizes the precision and meticulous construction used to define this weapon. Its flat spring-lock and beautifully-curved side calls attention to the silver kaga-inlaid and rounded muzzle of the piece; note triangular front sight and kimono sleeve-shaped rear sight. This matchlock is in very good condition with wear commensurate with age and use. The ramrod, however, is missing, making ...click for details


A Shakudo and Soft Metal Tsuba with Shiba Onko

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Swords and Related: Pre 1900   item# 1000588 (stock# 01-435p )

A Shakudo and Soft Metal Tsuba with Shiba Onko
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A partly pierced oval shakudo and soft metal tsuba with gilt detailing depicting the legend of Shiba Onko.The imagery captures the moment when a karako, drowning in an oversized pot is rescued by his friend - who breaks the pot. (Based on a 11th Century Chinese story.) The extensive carving, chiseling - and the asymetrical positioning of the figures and the almost human pine trees - creates a lively scene, the multitude of gaping figures gesticulating in awe and amazement. ...click for details

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