Description
Tsuba made up of a very large iron pate. The design of a large Hawk that is carved out of the surface is done well. The Hawk which is sitting under the pine tree is looking over his “shoulder”, most likely at the 2 small birds that are flying on the backside. The tsuba is in good condition with double boxes. the large hawk has been colored top make it look like a different metal , but it is iron carved from the surface.
Time Period
1800’s
Signature
Unsigned
Size
Top to bottom 3.94 inches (10 cm)
Side to side – 3.70 inches (9.4 cm)
Thickness at seppa dai – 0.154 inches (3.9 mm)