Hector Posted January 10 Report Posted January 10 Hi, I am considering this katana tsuba (around 8 cm in diameter). I like the simple tsukashi, surface steel structure and even color but have no idea what the actual design symbolises. So all thoughts are most welcome! Best, Hector 4 Quote
eternal_newbie Posted January 10 Report Posted January 10 I've seen some people refer to that design of a triangle with two semicircles as "insect eyes": 1 Quote
MauroP Posted January 11 Report Posted January 11 A schematic representation of the Hotei bag? 2 Quote
ROKUJURO Posted January 11 Report Posted January 11 HIRAGANA character "KU"? Whatever, I like it! 1 Quote
Spartancrest Posted January 12 Report Posted January 12 (edited) On 1/10/2026 at 5:40 PM, Hector said: Hector https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/205749037590 Something similar? The one you are looking at is cheaper and better in my opinion - no idea what the theme is but another in Sasano's book 212. page 272 says Shimizu and described as "Butterflies"? [It is not particularly close in design though] Edited January 12 by Spartancrest layout 2 Quote
Hector Posted January 13 Author Report Posted January 13 I wanted to thank everyone for their contributions! This is the first time I've logged in for a few days so I'm sorry to be tardy in expressing my gratitude. So, like many abstract designs, this one remains uncertain. Any ideas on a possible school would once again be very welcome. 🙏 Thank you once again! Hector 1 Quote
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