説明

This Tsuba has a symmetrical design. A heart mark-shaped hole is engraved at four corners. This design is called the Inome (猪の目, boar’s eyes) pattern. It has been used since ancient times. As its name implies, the boar’s eyes are the origin of this design. Some people believed the Inome pattern would work as an amulet to protect them from evil spirits or fire. Also, it is said it would bring good luck. This pattern is often found in traditional Japanese architecture, such as shrines or temples, and the Gegyo (懸魚, decoration under the roof, where the roof is jointed) or metal fittings for hiding timber joints. If you look at the center of this Tsuba, you will find the Mei (銘, engraved inscription). It is written as follows: 武州住 國廣作 (Bushu-Ju, Kunihiro Saku). It means Kunihiro (國廣, maker’s name), who lived in the Bushu (武州, today’s Tokyo, Saitama, and a part of Kanagawa prefecture), made this Tsuba Please note that there is NO provenance or certificate that proves its signature’s authenticity.

販売店の記載

INCLUDED

Wooden box, Cushion

Title

Kunihiro