Tsuka with Chrysanthemums

2nd half 19th century (Edo-Meiji) L: 3 1/16 in. (7.7 cm) Citation Source image

The kashira is decorated with incised chrysanthemums. There are no menuki, but the pins used to hold the blade in place are decorated with flowers. This is part of a mounted set.

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79538
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William T. / Henry Walters Collection, Baltimore [date and mode of acquisition unknown]; Walters Art Museum, 1931, by bequest.
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en
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