Tsuka with Lions
Hagiya Katsuhira (Japanese, 1804-1886) (Artist)
Japanese (Artist)
ca. 1870 (Meiji)
gold, ray skin
(Japanese Military Armor)

The kashira is in the shape of a crouching lion turning its head over its shoulder to look up. The gold menuki are a lion and a lioness. This is part of a mounted set.

Measurements

L: 4 1/4 in. (10.8 cm)