後藤流 Fuchi-Kashira - Edo Period (1600-1868)

This item is a finely crafted fuchi-gashira (縁頭) set, traditionally used as sword fittings. It features an exquisite wheat motif (麦図) depicted through intricate details and delicate gold inlay (kinzogan), embodying both elegance and historical craftsmanship. The primary material is shakudo, a high-quality alloy of copper with a distinct dark patina, favored in traditional Japanese metalwork. The piece reflects the sophisticated aesthetics of the Goto school lineage (後藤系統), known for their mastery in decorative sword fittings.

Description:
Material: High-quality shakudo with a nanako (fish roe) texture base and gold inlay (金象嵌).
Design: Wheat motif, symbolizing prosperity and harvest, meticulously crafted with subtle details.

Dimensions:
Fuchi (縁): Approximately 3.82 cm x 2.16 cm x 1.16 cm (thickness).
Kashira (頭): Approximately 3.41 cm x 1.70 cm x 0.75 cm (thickness).

Box: Comes with a kiri-bako (桐箱), a traditional wooden box, enhancing its value as a collectible item.

Historical Context and Estimate:
The piece is estimated to be from the Edo period, a time when the Goto family excelled in the art of sword fittings, often producing sophisticated pieces for the samurai elite. The understated elegance of the wheat motif, along with the dark shakudo base contrasted by golden highlights, is indicative of the Edo period’s restrained yet refined aesthetic preferences in sword mountings.

This fuchi-gashira set, with its intricate craftsmanship and rich historical connection, would be a valuable acquisition for enthusiasts and collectors of Japanese sword fittings. The motifs and materials evoke a sense of Japanese cultural symbolism and masterful artistry.

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