Tsuba (Japanese sword guard with flowers, teapot) framed
MediumBronze, glass, wood, fabric
Dimensions7 x 7 x 1 in. (17.8 x 17.8 x 2.5 cm)
ClassificationsArmament -- Edged
Catalog number1988.2.331
DescriptionThe tsuba is in a silver painted square wood frame, mounted on blue velvet under glass. It is a metal disk to balance the sword and protect the hand. It is found on Japanese swords. This round one has 3 holes with gilt flowers, teapot and bamboo piece to symbolize the owner's strength, personality and family background of Samurai.See also documents with Accession Catalog Worksheet and/or: http://www.to-ken.com/articles/Surrenderceremonies.htm
http://www.dhub.org/object/182988,decoration
http://www.reference.com/browse/wiki/Tsuba
Status
Not on view
Dick George
November 16, 2012
unknown