AF25661 Tsuba: Mofarashi Nyudo Munenori Sei

Daisho Tsuba:
Signature: Mofarashi Nyudo Munenori Sei 藻柄子入道宗典製

Dai(large):0.50 cm (0.20 in)
Length: 8.45 cm × 8.08 cm (3.33 in × 3.18 in)
Thickness of center: 0.50 cm (0.20 in)
Weight: 146g

Sho(small):
Length: 7.86 cm × 7.47 cm (3.09 in × 2.94 in)
Thickness of center: 0.50 cm (0.20 in)
Weight: 136g

Era: Edo period

Special Feature:

An iron tsuba carved in openwork with a battle scene, further embellished with inlay decoration.　The authenticity of the signature is uncertain, but it is a splendid and ornate tsuba richly decorated with numerous figures.

On the larger Tsuba, warriors are depicted above and below a bridge, both sides preparing for combat, conveying a strong sense of tension. A retainer is shown handing a helmet to a mounted commander, while soldiers on the bridge watch the situation unfold below.

On the smaller Tsuba, warriors are portrayed fighting in confusion inside a building. It appears that the opposing sides are distinguished by different facial colors.

In Kiri box
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