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    Thank you everyone and OP for the great post; definitely some serious art shared in this one.
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    Hi Jake, It's possible that has the Maeda clan mon? Lovely piece and does seem early. Big, thank you for sharing. I really like constellation / moon tsuba, but do not have one presently. Thank you, Brian and Zachary. I am not an expert commentator by any means, but it seems evident that both have significant age and the iron gets a particular 'tell' to it from these periods--along with the other clues. Very cool. Thanks for sharing.
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    Traditional Kintsugi bowl, mended with shimmering gold, offering a powerful reminder of the beauty found in healing and imperfection. Rooted in the wabi sabi philosophy, this bowl embodies the idea that brokenness is not a flaw but a source of strength and renewal. Sharing for enjoyment and peace. ETA: I believe the piece is around 100 years old, but not really sure. Kintsugi work is recent.
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    Seems to be the middle part of Muromachi, Alex? Just an opinion. Thank you for sharing; very pleasing piece.
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    Thank you for sharing, Paris and Luca. Really nice tusba!
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    Just remarkable pieces, Evan. Thank you very kindly for sharing. Very moving and yet subtle, dynamic with calm.
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    Skateboarding was fun when I was young…at 40 years old my heart is there but not the falling down repeatedly part. lol
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    Please share some photos or commentary on early iron tosogu; be it wabi sabi aesthetics; yamakichibei; armor, early menuki, et cetera. One of mine to get started:
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    Omori?

    Winchester replied to Alex A's topic in Tosogu

    Agreed, Alex. They are selling the hedonic or multi-sensory aspect of their wares. Reminds me of the philosophy question: Is ignorance bliss?
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    I am having a hard time articulating this, which is unusual for me. I appreciate many different schools, timeframes, imagery, aesthetics, iron characteristics...yet I can look at one high-end piece and it does not appeal to me as much as a lower-end piece and vice versa. Just some Sunday morning musings, with a cuppa. What say you?
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    Boy, I wish I would have seen this earlier--before it sold. Oh well, such is life. Best to the seller and buyer.
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    Just ordered 3 books, thank you.
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    Plainly, it will help to have examples for discussion. Who, in addition to Thomas, can share more? Next steps?
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    40 years old…..
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    Got my first replica when I was around 8 or 9 years old from the Chinese exhibit at Epcot. The man who took it out of the case told me, "use this to defend your family, only". I was in awe. First real nihonto was at 37 or four years ago...no regrets and it has enriched my life on many levels (art, history, design, study).
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    Thank you, Logan. Appreciate you sharing this with us. I am not in need of this service, but perhaps it would helps others if you noted what the lead time is, estimate / range, and if you are taking on additional projects? Looks great!
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    Iaido Dude, I really like your tsuba #1. It has a subtle and elegant appearance. Tim, I really like your tsuba #2. Thank you for sharing. Was this one Steve was selling a while ago? It looks familiar. Best, Brian
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    I’d like to go to this show in the next couple years; since joining the forum, I have heard many good things about it. Is it realistic to buy something and mail it back to the US from the show? Kind regards, Brian
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    It sounds like a fun project, Piers! Enjoy the journey.
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    Thank you for sharing, John; definitely a privilege to view. Were there advantages offensively or defensively based on the design? Just trying to learn more. Thank you
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    Ordered this and the Sasano book...! Thanks for sharing, Peter, and Stephen for this wonderful contribution to the hobby. Excited to learn more!!!
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    Thank you, Colin. Appreciate the confirmation and the link. In my original post, instead of the wording of 'design', I should have placed more emphasis on the 'carving' style. I have only seen this almost amateur carving on a very, very early tsuba and was wondering if there was a school that was known for this or term and an approximate timeframe. Of course, and more probable, I could be completely off and it is not noteworthy or perhaps a tribute piece from the Edo period.
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    Thank you in advance for any feedback or help; need some guidance as a collector. I am trying to learn more about: a) the design shown in this recently acquired tsuba; and b) approximate timeframe. I am familiar with some kebori designs, but this seems like a more distinct or naive carving. The symbolism represents the human ability to overcome challenges. Thanks, everyone.
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    Just speculation, but one is depicting male; whereas, the other one is female. Thank you for sharing.
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    Hi Yoon, Thanks for your post and welcome to our shared hobby--enjoy! In my opinion, you have done enough now and can just enjoy these, while keeping an eye on them periodically. It has sentimental value to you and you will in time collect and learn more. "Enjoy the ride".
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