{"product_id":"ts-041","title":"Iron Sukashi Tsuba with Chrysanthemum Petal Motif – TS-041","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"194\"\u003eType: Tsuba\u003cbr data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"80\"\u003eMaterial: Iron\u003cbr data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"158\"\u003eSignature: Unsigned\u003cbr data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"180\"\u003eMass: 52.1 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eAn elegant openwork (sukashi) iron tsuba featuring a symmetrical chrysanthemum petal motif radiating from the central seppa-dai. The design forms a balanced pattern of alternating lobes, suggestive of stylized clouds or the layered petals of a kiku (chrysanthemum) blossom;  a motif deeply associated with longevity, nobility, and the Imperial household. The openwork allows the sword’s blade and hilt to remain visually connected, reflecting the Edo-period taste for refined simplicity and functional beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003eThe tsuba is forged from well-patinated iron with a uniform dark brown surface and a smooth texture. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moon Rabbit Blades and Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51489197785387,"sku":null,"price":329.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/6677\/4059\/files\/TS-041_1.jpg?v=1762914071","url":"https:\/\/www.moonrabbitblades.com\/products\/ts-041","provider":"Moon Rabbit Blades and Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}