The Art of Tsukamaki Archer-Ellison Publishing and Creatrix

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The Art of Tsukamaki Archer-Ellison Publishing and CreatrixTsukamaki, combining aesthetics, form and function, is the deceptively simple Japanese art of sword handle wrapping. Dr. Buck's work presents a general historical overview of the evolution of Japanese samurai swords and sword mounts, as well as step by step instructions and diagrams for 25 specific types of sword handle wrapping. It also includes a compact visual glossary of Japanese swords, general temper patterns and common signature characters. As