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19c sentoku Japanese sword TSUBA RAT DAIMYO procession

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19c sentoku Japanese sword TSUBA RAT DAIMYO procession

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19th century sentoku (copper alloy with zinc, lead and tin) Japanese sword tsuba, its front with inlaid scene of samurai rats walking along a trail in daimyo procession carrying a lantern and a tied flag on a pole, its back incised with the next segment of the procession - more rats with boxes, lanterns and porters carrying a palanquin with daimyo is carried. Daimyo (great lords of the realm) were obliged to make an annual trip to the capital to pay homage to the Shogun. Wonderfully funny design, excellent quality detailed work - see the swords of the rat samurai in the middle. Wonderful patina, in great condition. Height 2 3/8 inches.

Reserve: $450.00

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