{"product_id":"japanese-edo-period-iron-openwork-tsuba","title":"Antique Japanese Edo Period Iron Tsuba Landscape Scene \u0026 Gold Samurai Sword Guard","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Japanese Iron Tsuba with Landscape Scene \u0026amp; Gold Highlights – Edo Period Samurai Sword Guard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic Japanese iron tsuba (samurai sword guard) featuring a finely carved rural landscape scene with subtle gold accents and atmospheric engraved detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis elegant tsuba depicts a quiet Japanese countryside setting with small structures, trees, pathways, and distant landscape elements rendered in low-relief carving. Portions of the scene retain traces of gold embellishment, including highlights on rooftops and mountain forms, adding depth and contrast to the dark iron plate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe composition has a restrained, painterly quality reminiscent of traditional Japanese ink landscape painting. The reverse continues the landscape motif with engraved terrain and structures, creating a continuous scenic design across both sides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe iron surface has developed a rich brown patina through age and handling. The overall simplicity and quiet aesthetic suggest late Edo period work, possibly in a Hamano, Shoami, or machibori-influenced decorative tradition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition with age-appropriate wear, oxidation, rubbing, and surface marks consistent with age and use. Areas of gold detail remain visible. Please examine photographs carefully for overall condition and details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Measurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter: 3\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness: 1\/4\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 12 .oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA refined and understated antique Japanese sword fitting with beautiful scenic engraving and subtle gold decoration, ideal for collectors of samurai art, tosogu, and Japanese metalwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Consignment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51709148201277,"sku":"26L0223","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/2348\/3709\/files\/IMG_0144_72b22f93-8632-4703-ade4-917dc3b91338.jpg?v=1778711597","url":"https:\/\/shogunsgallery.com\/products\/japanese-edo-period-iron-openwork-tsuba","provider":"Shogun's Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}