A very fine early Hizen tsuba in excellant condition.
Nagasaki is within Hizen province and this was the center of foreign influence (Nanban) throughout the Tokugawa period when the rest of the country was closed to foreigners.
It is from Hizen that Nanban trends originated following the Genroku period (1688-1704).
This work demonstrates the influence of the Nanban group of sword guards.
Middle Edo period.
Tightly forged sand iron plate with small iron bones in the rounded rim.
Mokko-gata shape.
Do (copper) Sekigane.
8.3cm x 8.5cm x 0.4cm at mimi.

$1500.00 including postage and insurance.