{"product_id":"antique-japanese-edo-period-sword-katana-fuchi-samurai-in-gold-on-shakudo-4","title":"Antique Japanese Edo-Period Sword Katana Fuchi Samurai in Gold on Shakudō","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eAntique Japanese Iron Katana Fuchi with Mixed-Metal Motifs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"926\"\u003eAn antique Japanese katana fuchi (縁), crafted in iron with traditional mixed-metal accents. This example shows classic Edo to Meiji period workmanship, typically featuring sculpted relief, nanako-style texturing, or inlaid gold details (金象嵌 kinzōgan). The form, weight, and patination are consistent with hand-forged sword fittings intended for practical mounting on a samurai sword hilt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003eThe exterior band often depicts symbolic themes such as dragons, koi, fireflies (蛍 hotaru), waves, or floral elements, each chosen for auspicious meaning and visual depth on a small sculptural surface. Carved lines, chisel marks, and subtle hammer texture help identify the artisan school and period style. A maker’s signature (銘 mei), when present, may appear on the underside of the fuchi rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003eThis fuchi would originally be paired with a matching kashira (pommel cap), completing the decorative set used on the tsuka of a katana. Pieces such as this show the integration of artistry and function that defined samurai sword furniture for centuries. The metalwork retains natural age, handling wear, and an old patinated surface appropriate for its period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1909\"\u003eDimensions: W __2, D __1__\u003cbr data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eWeight: ____\u003cbr data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003eMaterial: Iron with mixed-metal inlay\u003cbr data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1780\"\u003ePeriod: Edo–Meiji era (19th c., attribution generic)\u003cbr data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003eProvenance: From a Pacific Northwest collection of Japanese sword fittings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003eCondition: Typical antique surface wear, minor losses to inlay where applicable, stable patina, and structurally sound.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shogun's Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51232599966013,"sku":"26L0007mg","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/2348\/3709\/files\/C07D14C7-D288-46B0-8B15-FEC573710663.jpg?v=1767937370","url":"https:\/\/shogunsgallery.com\/products\/antique-japanese-edo-period-sword-katana-fuchi-samurai-in-gold-on-shakudo-4","provider":"Shogun's Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}