A tsuba depcting Shoki and oni
Sword fittings
Various properties
A bakumatsu shakudo tsuba
By Seishu, Meiji Period
Of circular form, tapering towards the rim, carved in relief and inlaid in gilt and copper with a bold design of Shoki threatening a fleeing oni with his sword, signed Seishu with kao; with wood storage box.
8.3cm (3¼in). (2).
Sold for £6,875 inc. premium

Footnotes

  • 鍔 鍾馗と鬼 銘「政周(花押)」 明治時代

Category: Asian Art / Japanese Art


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