Two Kinko (Mixed-Metal) Tsuba
Edo period (18th century)
Comprising a mokko tsuchime-ji plate carved with a kappa in a tree watching a crab, the details inlaid in shakudo and gold; and a circular plate with Benkei at Gojo Bridge in gold overlay
3 3/8in. (8.5cm.) long; 3 3/8in. (8.5cm.) diameter (2)
Two Kinko (Mixed-Metal) Tsuba
Edo period (18th century)
Comprising a mokko tsuchime-ji plate carved with a kappa in a tree watching a crab, the details inlaid in shakudo and gold; and a circular plate with Benkei at Gojo Bridge in gold overlay
3 3/8in. (8.5cm.) long; 3 3/8in. (8.5cm.) diameter (2)
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