NihontoWatchNihontoWatchThe theme of this Tsuba is a rising dragon with arabesque patterns, a powerful and auspicious design known as Ryū Karakusa (龍唐草). The dragon, ascending toward the heavens, symbolizes strength, prosperity, and protection, while the intertwining arabesque vines represent eternal growth and continuity. This piece is a Nanban Tsuba (南蛮鍔), a style influenced by foreign—particularly Western and Southeast Asian—art that entered Japan in the late Muromachi to early Edo period. The symmetrical composition, where the dragon motifs rise gracefully on both sides amidst elaborate arabesque patterns, beautifully reflects the fusion of exotic craftsmanship and Japanese spiritual aesthetics.
NihontoWatchOffered by Samurai Museum
We couldn’t find current papers for this piece. Ask the dealer whether it has been, or can be, submitted to shinsa. — Hoshi
Unsigned
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¥105,000