This tsuba features a Nanten (heavenly bamboo) motif in sukashi (openwork) on a strong, dark iron ground. The Nanten plant is considered auspicious, symbolizing 'turning difficulties into good fortune,' making it a favored subject for samurai. Myochin Yoshihisa, a lineage of armorers and tosogu makers, is known for realistic depictions, as seen in the detailed leaves and plump berries of this piece.
NihontoWatchmei · Myochin · Edo
Myochin Yoshihisa
Edo
Echizen
Signed
Tosho-Katchushi · Echizen
1 piece on the market now
Tosho-Katchushi · Kyoto
20 pieces on the market now
| 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.
If, due to our fault, the item differs significantly from its proper condition, the item may be returned. Cooling-off is within one week of the item's arrival.
This tsuba features a Nanten (heavenly bamboo) motif in sukashi (openwork) on a strong, dark iron ground. The Nanten plant is considered auspicious, symbolizing 'turning difficulties into good fortune,' making it a favored subject for samurai. Myochin Yoshihisa, a lineage of armorers and tosogu makers, is known for realistic depictions, as seen in the detailed leaves and plump berries of this piece.
NihontoWatchmei · Myochin · Edo
Myochin Yoshihisa
Edo
Echizen
Signed
Tosho-Katchushi · Echizen
1 piece on the market now
Tosho-Katchushi · Kyoto
20 pieces on the market now
| 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.
If, due to our fault, the item differs significantly from its proper condition, the item may be returned. Cooling-off is within one week of the item's arrival.
