Null Tsuba. Iron. Edo period, 18th/19th century.

Oval. Smooth rim with openwork…

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Tsuba. Iron. Edo period, 18th/19th century. Oval. Smooth rim with openwork relief Okina mask with cord, mask box and closed fan, gold-inlaid details. H 7.1 cm Provenance Christie's, London, 9.11.2011, lot 371

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Tsuba. Iron. Edo period, 18th/19th century. Oval. Smooth rim with openwork relief Okina mask with cord, mask box and closed fan, gold-inlaid details. H 7.1 cm Provenance Christie's, London, 9.11.2011, lot 371

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