TOSHIMASA: A SUPERB SENTOKU TSUBA DEPICTING SHOKI WITH ‘BAT ONI’

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Lot details

By Toshimasa, signed Toshimasa 壽正
Japan, late 19th century, Meiji period (1868-1912)

Of octagonal form and finely worked in shishiaibori (sunken relief) and with gold, copper, and shibuichi takazogan with Shoki confronted by a flying oni in the form of a bat, the reverse with a silver inlaid moon behind clouds. Signed TOSHIMASA.

SIZE 8.2 x 7.5 cm
WEIGHT 178.8 g

Condition: Very good condition, minor surface wear.
Provenance: British collection.