T-133 Umetada ShigechikaTsuba

Design of Chiyo-gami Mizutama Sukashi.

Early Edo signed Umetada Shigechika iron sukashi tsuba with shakudo rim. Excellent Umetada work representative of the Early Edo period. The iron has a nice deep patina and the sukashi motif of origami is well executed and imparts a strong balance. Coupled with the skillful touch of gold inlay, this tsuba has a subtle refinement that is indicative of the better works of the period.  Tsuba comes in kiri wood box and has NBTHK Hozon papers.

Early Edo

Signed – Bushu Ju Umetada Shigechika

7.51 x 7.48 x .28 at rim

$1200