SET OF FIVE IRON TSUBA, JAPAN, EDO PERIOD (1603-1868) comprising : - two nagamaru gata in the namban style, openwork in marubori with foliage and dragons (one damaged) ; - a nagamaru gata carved in hirabori with pavilions in a mountainous landscape; - A nagamaru gata inlaid with gilt copper taka zogan depicting a thatched cottage under a pine tree; - a mokko gata inlaid with taka zogan of Hotei, carrying his bag of wealth under a pine tree. At the buyer's request, we are happy to provide a general condition report for the lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise prospective buyers to carry out their own inspection or consult a specialist or conservator of their choice for a full professional assessment. Descriptions of the condition of objects in the catalogue or in any correspondence are given for guidance only and should not be regarded as a substitute for a first-hand valuation. ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD 'AS IS' IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE