Iron Tsuba "The race to lead the charge across the Uji River during the Genpei War "

Description

About This Items

  1. Size: 8.54×7.96×0.42cm (3.36×3.13×0.17in)
  2. Weight: 145g (5.11oz)
  3. Primary Material: Iron

Appearance

  1. An iron tsuba depicting a mounted warrior crossing a river.
  2. This scene depicts the famous episode known as 'The Race to Be First Across the Uji River,' which took place in 1184 during the Genpei War. In this legendary event, Sasaki Takatsuna and Kajiwara Kagesue competed to lead the charge across the Uji River. It is often cited in Japanese history as a symbol of courage and warrior spirit.
  3. The mounted warrior crossing the river is crafted with shakudo inlay.

Condition

  1. Because it is an antique, please examine the condition carefully by looking at the pictures.

Included Items

  1. Comes with a paulownia wood box.