A FINE GOLD-INLAID SHAKUDO TSUBA WITH COCKERE... Lot n° 38

Japan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) Of aoi-gata (hollyhock shape) form with one plugged hitsu, the shakudo plate with a finely grained texture, worked in takazogan with gold details depicting two roosters amid bamboo, with a diamond-patterned screen on one side indicating they are in an enclosed space, likely a chicken pen. The reverse shows a small stream with a bush and bamboo. SIZE 5.5 x 5.0 cm WEIGHT 57.5 g Condition: Excellent condition with minor surface wear. Provenance: French private collection.