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Signed "Kanaie of Fushimi, Yamashiro Province" Iron Tsuba with Moonlit Bird Design

Beautiful Japanese Sword Guard (Tsuba) with Gold Inlay Night Scene - Complete with Box

This listing features an elegant Japanese sword guard (tsuba) signed by the respected maker "Kanaie" (金家) of Fushimi in Yamashiro Province (present-day southern Kyoto). The piece showcases a serene night scene with a bird in flight under moonlight, executed with refined artistic sensibility.

Item Details:

Dimensions and Weight:

• Diameter: Approximately 7.38cm × 7.00cm
• Thickness at seppa-dai (collar area): Approximately 0.36cm
• Weight: Approximately 86.0 grams

Artistic Features:

• Beautiful atmospheric night scene depicting a bird in flight under moonlight
• Fine gold inlay (zōgan) work on iron ground
• Signed "Kanaie of Fushimi, Yamashiro Province" (山城国伏見住 金家)
• Elegant composition with poetic sensibility
• Includes original kiri (paulownia) wood box

Condition:

• Overall good condition
• Some minor surface roughness consistent with age
• No significant damage that would detract from appreciation
• Please examine all photos carefully to assess condition
• Expected age-related wear appropriate for its period

Historical Context:

Fushimi in Yamashiro Province (now part of Kyoto) was known for producing high-quality sword fittings. Kanaie was a respected maker whose works are prized for their artistic merit and technical skill. This tsuba exemplifies the Japanese aesthetic appreciation for natural beauty and poetic moments captured in metal.

Collectors Note:

This tsuba represents a fine example of Japanese metalwork that transcends mere functionality to become a work of art. The night scene with bird in flight creates a poetic mood characteristic of the best Japanese sword fittings. The inclusion of the original box and clear signature adds significantly to its collector value.

Perfect for collectors of fine Japanese sword fittings, enthusiasts of Japanese art, or as a centerpiece in a collection of samurai artifacts.

I hope this beautiful tsuba finds its way to someone who will treasure it as much as its previous owners have.

As this is an antique item, please be aware that there may be wear, minor scratches, stains, and patina due to age.