Steve Waszak Posted August 12, 2017 Report Share Posted August 12, 2017 On offer is an iron mokko tsuba featuring what I believe is a stylized butterfly motif done in ko-sukashi (I could be wrong about the motif here; it's a bit tricky to interpret). The surface of the tsuba is finished in a combination of tsuchime and yakite, both hallmarks of Yamakichibei iron, as is the tekkotsu on the rim. The piece presents with a gentle sheen; no rust is apparent on the plate or rim to my eye. The tsuba is signed "Yamakichibei," but I believe this to be a "workshop" piece of the early Edo period, and so not to be confused with the the work of the O-Shodai, Meijin Shodai, or Nidai. Measurements are 7.6 x 6.9cm x 4mm at the mimi, 2.5-3.0mm at the nakago-ana. $350. Plus shipping and any paypal fees. Cheers, Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabi Posted August 13, 2017 Report Share Posted August 13, 2017 Very nice period piece at an unbeatable price, good luck with your sale my friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Waszak Posted August 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2017 Sunday price cut: Now $290. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Waszak Posted October 1, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 1, 2017 Final price cut to a bargain $225. Not on the level of Mariusz's recent gem, but a strong tsuba for the price. Additional photos below. Cheers, Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean Posted October 1, 2017 Report Share Posted October 1, 2017 Guys, That's a ridiculous price for a well famed tsuba school. I am amazed at the tarts flying in this section. How many members have paid much more for shiriimono tsuba... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mareo1912 Posted October 1, 2017 Report Share Posted October 1, 2017 PM Sent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean Posted October 1, 2017 Report Share Posted October 1, 2017 You are lucky Marco because I would have taken it if nobody has claimed it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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