A FINE HIKONE-BORI IRON TSUBA Japan, signed signed Kôshû Hikone jû Sôheishi Nyûdô Sôten sei, 18th ct. H. 7 cm Carved in openwork with two Chinese scholars admiring a waterfall, in allusion to the Chinese poet Rihaku, with details in gold and silver. Former old German private collection, acquired prior to 2007 Minor wear, otherwise good condition, Hozon certificate of the NBTHK dated 2018