Order No.: AF25626

Tsuba: Shihō-Kan Mon Kikusui (NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon)
Signature: Shokosai Toshinobu Tsukuru
勝弘斎　寿延造

Dimensions: 8.36 cm x 7.81 cm (3.29 in x 3.07 in)
Thickness (Seppadai): 0.42 cm (0.17 in)
Weight: 136 g

Period: Late Edo period

Description:
The design of Shihō-Kan Mon Kikusui is executed in high relief with iro-e inlay on a forged iron ground in the mokkō-gata shape.

Additional Information:
Mito resident, art name Syokosai,勝幸斎.

Comment:
With its refined design and texture, this is a work worthy of mounting on a sword of Juyo Sword class or higher. It is also an excellent piece to appreciate as a standalone tsuba.

Paulownia wood box
Aoi Art appraisal certificate
NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon

Auction starting price: 450,000 yen

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