Tsuba Japanese Samurai Sword Guard Yamayoshihei’S Iron Tsuba #KU0006 —
This is a large iron tsubame by Yamayoshibei. The dango shaped watermark conveys the impermanence of the warring states world. It is inscribed “Yamakichihei”. Height 8.4 cm. Width 7.6 cm. The tsuba, also known as the sword guard, is an integral component of Japanese swords that serves both a functional and aesthetic purpose. The tsuba […]