This tsuba features a dynamic design of a dragon emerging from clouds and rough waves, skillfully rendered on a plain copper ground. The dragon is depicted in high relief, while the surrounding waves and clouds are expressed with light sukisage-katakiri-kebori. Though the maker Hidenori is unknown, the powerful carving of the dragon and the expression of waves and clouds suggest a Tohoku Kinko artist from the late Edo period, possibly from Shonai. A tasteful tsuba with reliable carving technique and original composition.
NihontoWatchmei · Tohoku Kinko · Edo
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.
Domestic: items may be returned within 7 days in original condition for a full refund (buyer covers transport). Overseas orders: no-refunds, no-returns.
¥80,000
This tsuba features a dynamic design of a dragon emerging from clouds and rough waves, skillfully rendered on a plain copper ground. The dragon is depicted in high relief, while the surrounding waves and clouds are expressed with light sukisage-katakiri-kebori. Though the maker Hidenori is unknown, the powerful carving of the dragon and the expression of waves and clouds suggest a Tohoku Kinko artist from the late Edo period, possibly from Shonai. A tasteful tsuba with reliable carving technique and original composition.
NihontoWatchmei · Tohoku Kinko · Edo
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.
Domestic: items may be returned within 7 days in original condition for a full refund (buyer covers transport). Overseas orders: no-refunds, no-returns.
¥80,000
