Antique Japanese Edo Period Iron Sukashi Tsuba Openwork Samurai Sword Guard Abstract Ainu The wood is lacquered in

The wood is lacquered in the traditional Japanese method with over 20 coats of glossy black urushi lacquer

rhythmic visual texture it imparts to the door face

1880) Imari ceramic bowl

Antique Japanese two-sided kashigata mold

75" wide by 10

Antique Japanese Edo Period Iron Sukashi Tsuba Openwork Samurai Sword Guard Abstract Ainu The wood is lacquered inJapanese Edo Period Iron Sukashi Tsuba Openwork Sword Guard Abstract Design Authentic Japanese iron sukashi tsuba (openwork sword guard) dating to the Edo period, likely 18th19th century. This piece features a striking abstract openwork design with rounded square form and asymmetrical hitsu ana, giving it a bold modernist appearance while remaining deeply traditional in construction. The tsuba is hand carved from iron plate with a rich dark brown