Rare 18c Japanese sword cloisonne TSUBA DRAGON & TIGER

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Very unusual late 18th to early 19th century Japanese sword bronze tsuba with cloisonne decoration of a dragon and a tiger about to engage in a fight, the back with design of bamboo and flowering prunus. Wonderful pairing of the two most powerful animals, beautiful crisp work, in excellent condition. Comes in kiriwood box. Height 2.79 inches, width 2.77 inches.

Reserve: $700.00

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Rare 18c Japanese sword cloisonne TSUBA DRAGON & TIGER

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Estimate $800-$1,000

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