Dragon Theme Wakizashi Tsuka - Signed Hidemoto with Kao - High Relief Katana tsuka with wild geese

Katana tsuka with wild geese shakudo fuchikashira

Base of the tsuba is in a very rough condition

I am not sure what material was used for the kamon

I have to say that this dragon has a very strong shape

Due to the age ito is almost black now

Dragon Theme Wakizashi Tsuka - Signed Hidemoto with Kao - High Relief Katana tsuka with wild geeseWakizashi tsuka decorated with dragon fittings. Fuchikashira made of shakudo with gilded elemets. It is signed "Hidemoto" with Kao. It is possible to find few of his other works online. I made a lot of close ups of the set, however it looks best from some distance. Carving is a bit crude but relief is incredibly high. When we add to that a lot of gilded elements this set will look amazing fitted on a sword. Menuki made of shakudo with gold inlay. It