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Hi Folks,

 

I'd like to show my recently acquired tsuba. It came my way from Ludolf Richter through his generous donation to the annual draw. Thank you Ludolf!

 

I'd now like to learn more about it and I'd appreciate any opinions and explanations as this is all new to me. Don't hesitate to provide even the most basic information as it's all good learning for me at this stage.

 

Regards to all,

Stu

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Posted

Hi Stu,

That is a great start. Your new tsuba has a lot going on. It's nice shape. It has artwork, of mixed metal alloy inlay, and carving. The patina looks pretty good, and it looks to be fairly healthy.

There are dozens of very informative sites on line to learn the basics of tsuba study. check them out, by checking the links above, and Google around a lot.

When you have a basic idea of what people are speaking of here, you will be able to understand what is going on.

Have fun. :)

 

You can start by giving us the measurements of your new toy. Did Ludolf, say what he thought about your tsuba?

 

Congrats on you new tsuba.

 

Mark G

Posted

Hi Mark,

 

Thanks for your comments. I have begun to study the terminology and don't expect you guys to do my homework for me after I get off the ground floor. At the moment though it's like I'm learning my A B C's again.

 

Moving on...best info I have to date is that it may be a Choshu (Nagato) piece from one of the families/schools of tosugu-artists from Hagi Town. Possibly 18th Century. Can anyone confirm or correct that?

 

Again, all info, no matter how basic, is good for the newbie. Thanks.

 

Regards,

Stu

 

PS: weight and measurements to follow.

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