NihontoWatchNihontoWatchA rare and desirable Iron Tsuba the design of Shiho Sougan. ( 四方双雁 ) Setsumei: ( Explanation) The meaning of Shiho is four directions. The meaning of Sougan is double gooses. The four sets of triple lines going up and sideways from the inside rim of the Tsuba are the four directions and four flying gooses are depicted in between the circular sukashi. The imaginative concept and surprising design of this Tsuba are a testimony of the master portraying the energy of the Samurai. Seppadai: (centre) thickness: 4mm Condition: Showing a beautiful untouched dark lustrous iron texture with a fine display of Tekottsu on the rim. Certification: NBTHK Hozon Certificate Comment: This is a unique and rare Tsuba from the Momoyama period and in perfect condition. All the Iron Tsuba on this site are from Japanese collectors whom I have known over a long period and have not been outside of Japan until now. A unique opportunity to aquire this rare and desirable Tsuba. Note: Images are portrayed under different lighting. As in all cases holding the Tsuba in the hand with human eye contact will portray the exact colour and feeling of emotion that emerge from the Tsuba.
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