Decorative Tsuba Oni Mask Motif Japan (after Edo period) Cast Iron Gilt Silvered LS179 Metalwork particularly in temples

particularly in temples

The figure’s robe is executed in dark shakudō with fine chiseled details

rThis is a vintage Japanese Sokogawara (底瓦) used in traditional tea ceremony

water vessels

Decorative Tsuba Oni Mask Motif Japan (after Edo period) Cast Iron Gilt Silvered LS179 Metalwork particularly in templesDecorative Oni Motif Japanese TsubaJapan, 20th century (after Edo period) A striking cast iron tsuba featuring a fierce oni (demon) face in exaggerated, almost comical form. The surface is finished with gilt eyebrows and nose, silvered teeth, and bulging eyes, giving the piece a dramatic expression. Although inspired by Edo period fittings, this example was not intended for mounting and shows no signs of wear from sword use. It was likely produced as