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Ref. No. 510
Mixed Metal Tsuba with a Mongolian Archer and his Dog
| Origin | Japan |
|---|---|
| Period | 19th century |
| Medium | Iron |
| Dimensions |
Height6.7 cm / 2 41⁄64 in
|
| Condition | Very Good |
Price
€ 3,250
Provenance
- Private Dutch collection
- Private French collection
Short Description
The shibuichi (copper alloy mixed with 25% silver) plate in nademaru gata (oval shape) decorated with a Mongolian archer and his dog below a pine, near a waterfall executed in gold, silver, shakudo and yamagane. The reverse with an old pine among clouds and remnants of an old collector’s number.
The waterfall and clouds in a carved (nikubori) technique, all other elements in raised decor, resulting in a heavy, but deep appearance.
Condition: Very good, slightly rubbed