This is an antique iron tsuba in yotsu-mokkō shape, signed by Myochin Munekatsu. It features a natsuzuta (Japanese creeper) motif with three-lobed leaves, utilizing sukashi (openwork) and ukibori (shallow raised relief) techniques. The tsuba dates from the Edo period and is made by a craftsman from the renowned Myochin school, known for its superior ironworking.
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Tosho-Katchushi · Kyoto
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| Smith | Era | Designated |
|---|---|---|
| Munemasa宗政 | — | 0 |
| Yasutsugu保次 | — | 0 |
| Munesada宗定 | — | 0 |
| Munetsugu宗次 | — | 0 |
| Yoshitada義忠 | — | 0 |
We could not find an authenticity certificate on the seller’s listing. Japanese swords and fittings are normally papered by the NBTHK (or the NTHK). Without one, the attribution is the seller’s own assessment and has not been independently verified — treat it with caution and ask the dealer about certification before buying.
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