Width: 7.2cms
Height: 7.5cms
Date: 19th Century
£290
Product code: 62
A Japanese Mejii Period (1868-1912) iron tsuba with carved and pierced decoration of a hawk in a tree
Condition – Good some wear
Hawk
The hawk is traditionally a symbol of nobility and wealth, due to the expense of training and caring for the birds.
Tsuba
A tsuba is the hand guard for a Japanese sword, they balance the sword, protect the hand from an enemy blade and show status. Tsuba have become collectible works of art in their own right.
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