{"product_id":"ts-017","title":"Iron Sukashi Tsuba with Shishi and Karakusa Design - TS-017","description":"\u003cp\u003eType: Tsuba\u003cbr data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"100\"\u003eMaterial: Iron\u003cbr data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"117\"\u003ePeriod: Early Edo (17th century)\u003cbr data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"152\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eMass: 99.3 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"173\" data-end=\"519\"\u003eA robust openwork (\u003cem data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"201\"\u003esukashi\u003c\/em\u003e) tsuba depicting stylized shishi (guardian lions) amid curling \u003cem data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"275\"\u003ekarakusa\u003c\/em\u003e vines, encircled by a precise sayagata-like jagged border. The symmetrical design suggests early Edo workmanship, possibly of the Higo or Shoami tradition, where bold negative space and rhythmic patterning balanced strength and ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"907\"\u003eThe iron surface shows a deep russet patina with traces of hammer texture, lending the piece both gravitas and quiet refinement. The shishi faces, carved in high relief above and below the \u003cem data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"722\"\u003enakago-ana\u003c\/em\u003e, express protective ferocity — an auspicious motif meant to ward off evil. The clean execution of the rim and uniform thickness further indicate skilled forging and careful handwork.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moon Rabbit Blades and Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51385222299947,"sku":null,"price":849.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/6677\/4059\/files\/TS-017_7.jpg?v=1760410866","url":"https:\/\/www.moonrabbitblades.com\/products\/ts-017","provider":"Moon Rabbit Blades and Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}