November 1, 2012 10:19:42 AM
Posted By Thomas L. Buck

.A collaborative koshirae project; Hans Igelström of Sweden restored the saya (scabbard - red urishi), and I wrapped the tsuka (handle - gold silk threads).

Sweden Saya
Sweden Saya
Sweden Saya
Sweden Saya
Here are a couple of before shots of the work in progress... Let me know what you think.

Sweden Saya
Sweden Saya
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Tony said...
I love the artistry of that tsuka wrapping, the style is stunning, I have never seen it before does it have a name?
June 13, 2014 09:01:06 AM
 
Murph said...
I'm newly interested in this art form. This work is amazing!
April 12, 2014 07:13:18 PM
 
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