LS#110 FUCHI/KASHIRA 18-19th C Japanese Edo Antique Koshirae Sword Fitting “Insects“ Woodblock or Buddhist imagery—into katsura or

or Buddhist imagery—into katsura or ho wood

or other art objects

The Nakago (blade hole) has front and back (punch holes) to get a better fit indicating that the tsuba was affixed to a working sword

An authentic Imperial Japanese Type 25 cavalry sabre manufactured by the Tokyo Artillery Arsenal for non-commissioned officers and enlisted troopers

LS#110 FUCHI/KASHIRA 18-19th C Japanese Edo Antique Koshirae Sword Fitting “Insects“ Woodblock or Buddhist imagery—into katsura orAntique Japanese Sword Fuchi Kashira Set Cicada and Broom Motif Edo Period DescriptionAntique Japanese sword fuchi kashira set from the Edo period, decorated with a finely modeled cicada perched above a broom. The fittings are executed in mixed metals with subtle gilt highlights and darkened ground, showing careful hand work and natural surface wear consistent with age. The cicada motif appears in Japanese sword fittings as a symbol of renewal,