This is a rare sukashi tsuba by Kunihiro, a tsuba-ko from the late Edo period known for producing iron tsuba for practical use. Unlike his more common plain iron tsuba, this piece features a bold openwork design of a bucket and ladle, skillfully incorporating the theme into the tsuba's form. The composition balances straight and curved lines, and solid iron with open space, creating a dynamic and interesting visual from various angles.
mei · Edo








Iron-tsuba · Echizen
8 pieces on the market now
Iron-tsuba · Echizen
18 pieces on the market now
| Smith | Era | Designated |
|---|---|---|
| Yasuyuki安之 | — | 0 |
| Kunihiro国広 | — | 0 |
| Yoshihide宜秀 | — | 0 |
| Yasuie安家 | — | 0 |
| Akao Jinsuke赤尾甚助 | — | 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.
Returns accepted within 3 days of delivery for defective items or significant discrepancies; customer bears return shipping and bank fees.
¥60,500
This is a rare sukashi tsuba by Kunihiro, a tsuba-ko from the late Edo period known for producing iron tsuba for practical use. Unlike his more common plain iron tsuba, this piece features a bold openwork design of a bucket and ladle, skillfully incorporating the theme into the tsuba's form. The composition balances straight and curved lines, and solid iron with open space, creating a dynamic and interesting visual from various angles.
mei · Edo








Iron-tsuba · Echizen
8 pieces on the market now
Iron-tsuba · Echizen
18 pieces on the market now
| Smith | Era | Designated |
|---|---|---|
| Yasuyuki安之 | — | 0 |
| Kunihiro国広 | — | 0 |
| Yoshihide宜秀 | — | 0 |
| Yasuie安家 | — | 0 |
| Akao Jinsuke赤尾甚助 | — | 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.
Returns accepted within 3 days of delivery for defective items or significant discrepancies; customer bears return shipping and bank fees.
¥60,500