{"product_id":"ts-061","title":"Iron Plum Blossom Tsuba – TS-061","description":"\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-690d1790-abb0-8325-a643-bcd322697212-10\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-42\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] thread-sm:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] thread-lg:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] thread-lg:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"79b85ec4-74c9-42e1-a83e-4b71622f8c1e\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"180\"\u003eType: Tsuba\u003cbr data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"79\"\u003eMaterial: Iron\u003cbr data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"96\"\u003eEstimated Age: Edo period (18th–19th century)\u003cbr data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"144\"\u003eSignature: Unsigned\u003cbr data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"166\"\u003eMass: 71.3 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"667\"\u003eThis openwork (sukashi) tsuba is forged in the form of a stylized five-petal blossom, its symmetrical curves radiating from the central tang aperture (nakago-ana). The petal shape recalls motifs such as the plum (ume) or cherry (sakura), both enduring symbols of renewal, perseverance, and transient beauty in Japanese culture. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eThe tsuba is iron with smooth, rounded edges and a warm, dark brown patina that has developed naturally with age. The plate surface shows subtle hammer texture and even oxidation without pitting, giving it a tactile, honest quality. The openwork is cleanly executed with gentle beveling inside the petals, suggesting the work of a skilled craftsman attentive to balance and proportion. The simplicity of this design, free of ornamentation, reflects the aesthetic restraint favored by samurai who prized understatement over ostentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eIn form and execution, this piece is reminiscent of early Edo Owari or Shoami school openwork styles, which emphasized geometric harmony and unembellished iron craftsmanship. The slightly heavier rim and well-centered openings align closely with Owari sensibilities, while the floral form and precision in cutting recall Shoami artisanship. Without a signature, a firm attribution cannot be made, but it stands comfortably within the tradition of mid- to late-Edo iron sukashi work made for practical mounting on a working sword.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Moon Rabbit Blades and Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51463718863147,"sku":null,"price":369.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/6677\/4059\/files\/TS-061_1_de9bddad-91c7-41e7-814d-11a00efca22d.jpg?v=1762294564","url":"https:\/\/www.moonrabbitblades.com\/products\/ts-061","provider":"Moon Rabbit Blades and Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}