A koshira-e (set of mounts) for a katana (long sword)
The fittings: Edo period (1615-1868), 17th to 18th century
The fittings: Edo period (1615-1868), 17th to 18th century
The saya of polished same, the iron Kyo-sukashi or Kyo-Shoami tsuba pierced with mon within the half-pipe rim; shakudo nanako fuchi-gashira with peonies in relief; shakudo nanako kurikata and kaeshi-zuno of shakudo with gilt dragons in relief; unsigned. 95cm (37 3/8in) long.
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The fittings: Edo period (1615-1868), 17th to 18th century
The fittings: Edo period (1615-1868), 17th to 18th century
The saya of polished same, the iron Kyo-sukashi or Kyo-Shoami tsuba pierced with mon within the half-pipe rim; shakudo nanako fuchi-gashira with peonies in relief; shakudo nanako kurikata and kaeshi-zuno of shakudo with gilt dragons in relief; unsigned. 95cm (37 3/8in) long.
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