By Yanagawa Naomitsu, signed Yanagawa Naomitsu with kakihan Japan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
Of tate-maru-gata (oval) form with one hitsu with an open section as is typical for hamidashi-tsuba (hand guard for a dagger). Worked in takazogan with gold details depicting two cranes flying in the sky over a river, merely indicated by a few finely incised lines, with bamboo and craggy rockwork, the reverse also showing a river with bamboo.
SIZE 5.4 x 4.7 cm WEIGHT 76.3 g
Condition: Excellent condition with minor surface wear. Provenance: French private collection.