AN IRON TSUBA WITH A LITERATI Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)

Of maru-gata shape, with two hitsu, worked in fine gold and silver takazogan, showing a man reading from a scroll beneath the moon. The reserve is showing a bridge.

SIZE 7.5 x 6.8 cm
WEIGHT 98 g

Condition: Good condition with only minimal surface wear and surface scratches.
Provenance: Hungarian private collection.