Steve Waszak Posted July 13 Report Posted July 13 Akasaka tsuba. Myoga (Japanese ginger) motif. Myoga was fairly often used in family crests, as it was believed to offer (divine) protection. Hence, it serves as an excellent subject in tsuba. This particular piece features powerful forms, both in the the rendering of the myoga elements and in the heavy rim, as well as in the boldly martial expression represented in the direct symmetry. The metal is beautiful: the clear grain, deep color, fine patina, and superb condition combine to create a gorgeous sword guard. The clean, uncluttered surface of the iron is relieved deftly via the fine carving of the details on the myoga elements. The seppa-dai is large and powerfully formed. The rim of the tsuba shows evidence of the forging, providing a subtle relief to the otherwise smoothly rounded contours. 76.5mm x 75.5mm x 6mm at the rim. $600 plus shipping. 1 Quote
Steve Waszak Posted July 16 Author Report Posted July 16 This week only: Price drop to $475 (plus shipping). Quote
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