Edo Period (1603–1868) Tsuba – Iron And Shakudō – Foliage Motif

Japanese tsuba dating from the Edo period (1603–1868), made of iron with shakudō inlays (a noble alloy of copper and gold, with a characteristic black patina). Maru gata (round) in shape, it is adorned with an elegant, finely worked plant decoration, representing stylized foliage. ???? Diameter: 78 mm ????Beautiful original patina A beautiful collector's item, refined and representative of the know-how of Japanese craftsmen from the Edo period.