Tsuba Info Please

[Red Sun]

Inspired by a thread from Hamfish earlier today I have realised that I need to look beyond the blades and study the Koshirae as well.

It is always easier to research an item in hand so if anybody could help get me started with info on one of my tsuba that would really be appreciated.......

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks

Red

 

Neil M

[Red Sun]

I will try and narrow down my query - this tsuba feels quality in hand, but is unlike any others I have..... and one of the few things that have bought outside of Japan.

This was purchased from the estate of the film director Elmo Williams following his death last year - but that is as far back as I know its provenance.

I realise that the horses are of a commonly seen style/type - but does the tsuba overall fit a known school/style?

Given it's origin I wondered if it had been seen before on the American circuit.

It is tanto/waki size = 6.2cm wide 6.5cm height 0.4mm mimi

I realise the photos are poor - new camera on the way!

Any feedback negative or positive is welcome.

Regards,

Red

Neil M 

[MauroP]

Hi Neil,

馬図鐔 - uma no zu tsuba, probably Shōami school, late Edo. For a better example see http://www.mfa.org/collections/object/tsuba-with-design-of-grazing-horses-13405

Bye, Mauro

[Red Sun]

Thats great Mauro - thanks.

 

Neil M