Iron Tsuba Sword Guard Floral Openwork Design Oval Unsigned

An iron (tetsu-ji) tsuba (sword guard) with an openwork (sukashi) floral motif (kaki-mon, possibly wild chrysanthemum) in an oval form. Unsigned (mumei).

• Subject / Motif: Floral design (possibly wild chrysanthemum)
• Technique: Openwork (sukashi)
• Material: Iron (tetsu-ji)
• Dimensions: Height 70 mm, Width 67 mm, Thickness 4.5 mm; Weight 96 g
• Signature / Seal / Box: Unsigned (mumei)
• Included: Tsuba only. The display stand shown in the photos is not included.
• Condition: Some scratches and soiling. The weathered, rusted iron surface conveys a depth of character. The seller is not an appraiser and cannot guarantee authenticity. Please refer to the photos for the item's current appearance and condition.

A tsuba is the guard fitted between the blade and the handle of a Japanese sword, and such pieces are often valued as collectible items in their own right.