Antique Japanese 17th Century Samurai Signed Tsuba Sword Hilt Monk Tsutsugaki Paul Jacoulet made only 166

Paul Jacoulet made only 166 different prints in his lifetime living in Japan

This is a hand thrown ceramic dish plate dating back to the Taisho era (c

Length: 7" (18cm)

Since this is used vintage textile product

it remains infine condition

Antique Japanese 17th Century Samurai Signed Tsuba Sword Hilt Monk Tsutsugaki Paul Jacoulet made only 166This is an antique Japanese Edo period (c. 1596 1868) tsuba (handguard) for a Katana or Wakazashi. It is possible that this dated back even further into the 1500's. This tsuba is made with typical forged steel and is in the shape of a marugata and inlayed with gold which is still evident in a few places. The sword smiths mei happens to translate to Right Answer which is also engraved near the nakakgo hitsu Ana. This tsuba shows considerable wear from