Antique Tsuba From The Late Edo Period, Made Of Shakudo (brass), 18th Century
Artist: 江州住 包信 Goshu-ju Kanenobu
Superb, authentic antique Tsuba (Japanese sword guard)from the Edo period (1750–1850), crafted from carvedwrought iron (*Tetsu*). Signed 江州住 包信 Goshu-ju Kanenobu – Mountain motif.
This piece is distinguished by itscomplete and perfectly legible engraved signature on either side of the *Nakago-ana*(central opening):
Right side: 江州住 (Goshu-ju)— Indicates the artisan's residence in the historic province of Goshu(formerly Omi province, around Lake Biwa), a major center for metallurgyand ironworking.
Left side: 包信 (Kanenobu)— Signature of the master artisan (*Tsubashi*).
Decoration and Aesthetics:
Theme: Mountain landscape (*Sansui*)carved in relief with cloud and rock motifs.
Inlays: Features beautiful remnants of artisanal metal inlays in a light-colored alloy (*Tenzogan*) that accentuate the mountain relief.
Shape (*Gata*): *Tate Ito Gata* (Stylizedcross-shaped lobed form; very elegant).
Patina: Magnificent, natural,dark original patina (*Sabi*); very sound and well-preserved.
Technical Specifications:
Period: Edo (1750–1850)Material: Antique wrought iron
Dimensions: 70.2 mm × 65.9 mm
Thickness: 4.86 mm
Weight: 98 g (A dense,r obust, and perfectly balanced piece)
Condition: Excellent state of antique preservation; original, unstripped patina.
This piece is distinguished by itscomplete and perfectly legible engraved signature on either side of the *Nakago-ana*(central opening):
Right side: 江州住 (Goshu-ju)— Indicates the artisan's residence in the historic province of Goshu(formerly Omi province, around Lake Biwa), a major center for metallurgyand ironworking.
Left side: 包信 (Kanenobu)— Signature of the master artisan (*Tsubashi*).
Decoration and Aesthetics:
Theme: Mountain landscape (*Sansui*)carved in relief with cloud and rock motifs.
Inlays: Features beautiful remnants of artisanal metal inlays in a light-colored alloy (*Tenzogan*) that accentuate the mountain relief.
Shape (*Gata*): *Tate Ito Gata* (Stylizedcross-shaped lobed form; very elegant).
Patina: Magnificent, natural,dark original patina (*Sabi*); very sound and well-preserved.
Technical Specifications:
Period: Edo (1750–1850)Material: Antique wrought iron
Dimensions: 70.2 mm × 65.9 mm
Thickness: 4.86 mm
Weight: 98 g (A dense,r obust, and perfectly balanced piece)
Condition: Excellent state of antique preservation; original, unstripped patina.
420 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Wrought iron
Reference (ID): 1664595
Availability: In stock
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