Ordering Number: AF26312

Tsuba: (NBTHK Hozon Tosogu)
Signature: Inshu Ju Masayoshi 因州住正義

Dimensions: 7.73 cm x 7.38 cm (3.04 in x 2.91 in)
Thickness of center: 0.49 cm (0.19 in)
Weight: 112 g

Period: late Edo period, circa 19th century

Description:
Inshu Ju Masayoshi was a metalsmith of the late Edo period and a student of Masamitsu. He served as an official metalworker for the Tottori Domain.
This piece features an openwork design of chrysanthemum leaves carved into an iron base and embellished with gold inlay. The subtle gradation of colors achieved through the inlay work is particularly exquisite.

In Kiri box
NTHK Hozon Certificate
Aoi Art estimation paper

Auction Starting Price: 95,000 JPY

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