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Japanese Iron Tsuba Guard - Copper Inlay. Edo Period. Circa 1750.
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Japanese Iron Tsuba Guard - Copper Inlay. Edo Period. Circa 1750.

18th century
Description

Japanese Iron Tsuba Guard with copper inlays. Circa 1750 (possibly earlier).

Copper inlays of foliage leaves with stems swirling around the edge the Tsuba. A basic and early pattern with stems in fine gauge copper work.

Condition: Original and authentic condition. Slight pitting and rusting on surfaces.

Dimensions: (very slight oval form).

Height = 7.6cm.

Width = 7.4cm.

Thickness = 4mm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7.6cm (2.99")
Width
7.4cm (2.91")
Depth
0.4cm (0.16")
Declaration

Dragoncharger Antiques has dated this Antique Japanese Iron Tsuba to the 1750s.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA1144397
Dealers Internal Reference
D:00646
Description
Japanese Iron Tsuba Guard with copper inlays. Circa 1750 (possibly earlier).

Copper inlays of foliage leaves with stems swirling around the edge the Tsuba. A basic and early pattern with stems in fine gauge copper work.

Condition: Original and authentic condition. Slight pitting and rusting on surfaces.

Dimensions: (very slight oval form).

Height = 7.6cm.

Width = 7.4cm.

Thickness = 4mm.

Height
7.6cm (2.99")
Width
7.4cm (2.91")
Depth
0.4cm (0.16")
Date of Manufacture

Dragoncharger Antiques has dated this Antique Japanese Iron Tsuba to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1144397
Dealers Internal Ref
D:00646
Dragoncharger Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2024

Specialising in early japanese cloisonne, edo enamel artisan period.

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An antique lobed dark iron Japanese tsuba sword guard featuring soft copper inlay detailing around the outer rim and openwork apertures.
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Archive I An antique lobed dark iron Japanese tsuba sword guard featuring soft copper inlay detailing around the outer rim and openwork apertures.

Japanese Iron Tsuba Guard - Copper Inlay. Edo Period. Circa 1750.

Archive II An antique lobed dark iron Japanese tsuba sword guard featuring soft copper inlay detailing around the outer rim and openwork apertures. View II
Archive III An antique lobed dark iron Japanese tsuba sword guard featuring soft copper inlay detailing around the outer rim and openwork apertures. View III
Archive IV An antique lobed dark iron Japanese tsuba sword guard featuring soft copper inlay detailing around the outer rim and openwork apertures. View IV
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Archive IX An antique lobed dark iron Japanese tsuba sword guard featuring soft copper inlay detailing around the outer rim and openwork apertures. View IX
Archive X An antique lobed dark iron Japanese tsuba sword guard featuring soft copper inlay detailing around the outer rim and openwork apertures. View X
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Archive XII An antique lobed dark iron Japanese tsuba sword guard featuring soft copper inlay detailing around the outer rim and openwork apertures. View XII
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An antique lobed dark iron Japanese tsuba sword guard featuring soft copper inlay detailing around the outer rim and openwork apertures.
Japanese Iron Tsuba Guard - Copper Inlay. Edo Period. Circa 1750.
Ref: SA1144397
An antique lobed dark iron Japanese tsuba sword guard featuring soft copper inlay detailing around the outer rim and openwork apertures.
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A tsuba served as the protective handguard mounted between the blade and handle of a Japanese sword. During the Edo period (16031867), relative peace allowed sword fittings to transition from purely utilitarian military items into elaborate status symbols featuring sophisticated metallurgy and decorative metal inlay.

Tsuba were predominantly constructed from forged iron or specialized copper alloys such as shakudo, shibuichi, and brass. Craftsmen frequently applied inlay techniques using softer accent metals, including copper, gold, and silver, to create detailed motifs.

Authentic period tsuba display natural age patina, crisp hand-carved edge details, and evidence of historic mounting around the central blade opening (nakago-ana). Modern reproductions often lack forged iron density and exhibit uniform cast finishes rather than genuine hand-applied metal inlay.

Small decorative metalwork items like tsuba are best showcased on bespoke acrylic or wooden display stands within a bookcase, curio cabinet, or framed inside a shadowbox on a gallery wall to highlight their silhouette and surface texture.

Iron tsuba must be kept in a dry environment to prevent active rust formation. Apply a thin coat of microcrystalline wax or traditional clove oil (choji oil) using a soft microfiber cloth, and handle the piece primarily by its rim to avoid transferring skin moisture.
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