This is a large iron tsuba attributed to Akita Shoami from the early Edo period. It features a dynamic design of figures harvesting a large anchor, rendered in high relief with various metal inlays. The tsuba boasts a robust rope-patterned rim and a substantial weight, showcasing the distinctive wild and powerful aesthetic of Akita Shoami.
NihontoWatchmumei · Shoami · Edo
Iron-tsuba · Dewa
10 pieces on the market now
| Smith | Era | Designated |
|---|---|---|
| Shoami Rokuya正阿弥六弥 | — | 1 |
| Denshichi伝七 | 1670 | 1 |
A Hozon-certified fitting of notably superior craftsmanship and condition, often with signature or workmanship of high reference value.
The NBTHK (Nihon Bijutsu Tōken Hozon Kyōkai, the Society for the Preservation of Japanese Art Swords) is a public-interest incorporated foundation founded in 1948 and supervised by Japan’s Agency for Cultural Affairs (Bunkachō); it is based at the Japanese Sword Museum in Tokyo. Its expert panels physically examine each submitted work (shinsa) and issue a certificate (kanteishō) ranking it by artistic and historical merit. NBTHK papers are the most widely recognized standard of authentication for Japanese swords and fittings.
NBTHK official siteReturns accepted within 3 days of delivery for defective items or significant discrepancies; customer bears return shipping and bank fees.
¥715,000
This is a large iron tsuba attributed to Akita Shoami from the early Edo period. It features a dynamic design of figures harvesting a large anchor, rendered in high relief with various metal inlays. The tsuba boasts a robust rope-patterned rim and a substantial weight, showcasing the distinctive wild and powerful aesthetic of Akita Shoami.
NihontoWatchmumei · Shoami · Edo
Iron-tsuba · Dewa
10 pieces on the market now
| Smith | Era | Designated |
|---|---|---|
| Shoami Rokuya正阿弥六弥 | — | 1 |
| Denshichi伝七 | 1670 | 1 |
A Hozon-certified fitting of notably superior craftsmanship and condition, often with signature or workmanship of high reference value.
The NBTHK (Nihon Bijutsu Tōken Hozon Kyōkai, the Society for the Preservation of Japanese Art Swords) is a public-interest incorporated foundation founded in 1948 and supervised by Japan’s Agency for Cultural Affairs (Bunkachō); it is based at the Japanese Sword Museum in Tokyo. Its expert panels physically examine each submitted work (shinsa) and issue a certificate (kanteishō) ranking it by artistic and historical merit. NBTHK papers are the most widely recognized standard of authentication for Japanese swords and fittings.
NBTHK official siteReturns accepted within 3 days of delivery for defective items or significant discrepancies; customer bears return shipping and bank fees.
¥715,000
