Antique Japanese Edo(C1596-1868) Samurai Tsuba Sword Hilt Etched Chain Link Woodwork This vase measures almost 4

This vase measures almost 4 1/2" tall by 4" wide (11

Very likely originally used for carrying and store food item

The ink stone measures 4" by 1" by 3/8th" (10 x 2

It remains in good condition

This is a giclée print

Antique Japanese Edo(C1596-1868) Samurai Tsuba Sword Hilt Etched Chain Link Woodwork This vase measures almost 4This is an antique Japanese Edo period likely Kansei Era (c. 1596 1868) tsuba (handguard) for a This tsuba was affixed to a sword worn by a samurai during or before the mid Meiji period (the wearing of swords except by officials was banned in 1876) and was used or practiced with. There are signs of wear and some oxidation over all produced by moisture from the hands due to regular use and practice. The Nakago (blade hole) has front and back (punch