Catalog summary
ANONYMOUS Edo period (1615-1868), 18th to 19th century Three tsuba , the first two shakudo nanako , the first oval, chiselled in relief and with details in gold depicting shishi (Chinese Mythical Lions), bamboo, and waterfall, the second mokko with a gilt nanako rim, decorated in similar techniques with a pagoda, bridge, waterwheel, river, and pines, the third shakudo migakiji , chiselled in relief and with details in gold depicting minogame (bushy-tailed turtles), weeds, waves, and the sun or moon. The largest: 8.2cm (3¼in) high. (3).