Early 19th century Japanese sword kozuka (sword knife) handle imitating a tsuka (actual Japanese sword handle) with relief decoration of a dragonfly. Excellent design, superb crisp detailing - see finely engraved veins on the wings and segments of its body. Legs are inlaid with shakudo (copper and gold alloy), beautifully textured ground, wonderful patina on metal. Cursively signed on the back with 2 characters followed by kakihan (monogram of the artist). Length 3 3/4 inches.

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