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Large Japanese Antique Tsuba (Sword Guard) with Sea Shells

Large Japanese Antique Tsuba (Sword Guard) with Sea Shells


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Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Swords and Related: Pre 1900: Item # 1450380
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5757 Horton Street
Emeryville, CA 94608
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 $550.00 
Antique Japanese large tsuba (samurai sword hand guard). Cast in iron with an intentionally uneven surface to suggest a sandy beach or rock and further decorated with mixed metal inlay in the form of a variety of sea shells. Shakudo and gilt copper stand out against the dark iron. With collector's kiri wood box.

Age: Edo Period (1603 - 1867)

Dimensions: 3 5/8" x 3 1/2"