Hartman Rare Art, Inc.

A family-owned business since 1927

For over 77 years, the Hartman Family and our associates have consistently worked to prov ide quality antique merchandise to our customers at competitive prices. Should you have any questions about the pieces we feature on this website or if you would like to inquire further about a specific item, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Our gallery is located in midtown Manhattan and easily accessible on the second floor. Please note the entrance to the building is on 53rd Street between Park and Madison Avenues. We are open to the public Monday to Friday from 10:00AM until 4:30PM.

In Japan, swords were used traditionally as weapons and also items of presentation honoring an individual's achievements. Japanese swords and their components are typically highly decorative. The amount of work and artistry gone into the creation of the individual fittings and components is outstanding.

Here at Hartman Rare Art, we offer a variety of Japanese swords and fittings, though we concentrate mainly on the sale of tsuba.

Iron Kozuka with Inlaid Gold Metal

This fine iron kozuka was made in Japan during the 19th century. The kozuka is decorated on the exterior with stylized inlay decoration in another metal of a dragon amidst swirling clouds. The kozuka measures 3.75 inches length.

TS03

Price: $500.00

Iron and Gilt Metal Kozuka with Wave Decoration

This fine Japanese iron and gilt metal kozuka was made during the mid/late 19th century. The kozuka has a rounded end and decorated to one side with birds flying over waves; the decoration is applied in relief to the surface and highlighted with gilt. The piece measures 3.75 inches length.

TS04

Price: $400.00

Kozuka Decorated with applied Metal Samurai Hat

This Japanese iron kozuka was made during the 19th century. The rectangular piece is decorated on the front with a textured ground further ornamented with applied and gilt decoration of a samurai's hat and objects. The reverse of the kozuka is composed of a brushed gold-colored metal. The kozuka measures 3.75 inches length.

TS05

Price: $400.00

Mixed Metal Tsuba with Mythological Animal Decoration

This quatrefoil-shaped iron tsuba was made in Japan during the late 18th century. The tsuba is decorated on both the front and reverse with relief and gilt decoration of mythical animals; both sides are bordered with molded flowers. Some of the raised portions are slightly worn, though the piece is in excellent condition for its age. This tsuba measures 2 5/8 inches height from top to bottom.

TS11

Price: $2,000.00

Metal Tsuba with Cloud Decoration

This beautiful Japanese tsuba was made during the late 18th century. The oval-shaped object is decorated on both the front and reverse with relief decoration of swirling clouds or smoke. This piece is rather distinguished; it was published in Henry L. Joly & K. Tonmita's book, Japanese Art & Handicraft: Loan Exhibition Held in Aid of the British Red Cross, published in London 1916. The tsuba is presented as No. 109, plate CVII. This piece is also formerly from the collections of H. C. Clifford and DBJ. The tsuba measures 3 inches length from top to bottom.

TS12

Price: $1,000.00

Iron Tsuba by Mitsuyoshi

This fine iron Tsuba was made in Japan by the famed armor and sword craftsman, Mitsuyoshi, during the mid-Edo Period (circa late 18th century). The Tsuba is octagonal shape and decorated on the front and reverse with deeply etched stylized dragon motifs. The Tsuba is signed on the front with Mitsuyoshi's signature. The Tsuba measures 2.75 inches length from top to bottom.

TS13

Price: $1,200.00

Pierced Iron Tsuba

This fine Japanese iron tsuba was made in Japan during the Edo period. The piece is quatrefoil form, decorated with pierced and molded floral and foliate decoration all over. A pierced, scalloped border extends from the edge of the object. This tsuba measures 3 inches length from top to bottom.

TS17

Price: $700.00