Have been removed some sratches, repaired the most serious damages of the mimi and re-patinated. Sentoku and shinchu can achieve a wide range of colours yellow green, green-brown, brown, black.  Although patina on brass is not too resistant against rubbing and also is sensitive to enviroment and handling conditions. Also…

Even before accepting the last repair contract of a tsuba signed by Goto Mitsuhar, I was dealing with the idea of approaching the repairs of historical sword fittings and the associated responsibility. Professional care of historical art and objects can be divided into two branches, conservation and restoration. Both of…

A tokubetsu kicho papered tsuba made in Geishû Hôan tradition. Hôan group worked in Aki province according to information provided by my client.…