Description:
A FINE IRON TSUBA WITH SARUMAWASHI
Iron with gold and copper
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
Of Naga Maru Gata shape with one open hitsu, depicting a sarumawashi (monkey trainer) with monkey, the details inlaid in gold and copper.
SIZE 7.2 x 7 cm
Provenance: Czech private collection.
Condition: Very good condition with expected wear.