Ordering number:24308

Katana in Shirasaya (NBTHK Hozon Token)

Signature: Bizen Koku Osafune Sukesada Saku
Dated: 2nd Year of Genki, August (1572)
備前国住長船祐定作
元亀弐年八月

We divide 4 sections for each sword as Saijyo Saku, Jyojyo Saku, Jyo Saku, and Regular Saku.
This work is ranked as Jyo Saku among the works of Bizen Kuni Ju Osafune Sukesada.
Polished
Habaki: Single-layered, plain copper with gold inlay
Blade Length: 66.6 cm (26.22 in)
Curvature: 2.0 cm (0.79 in)
Mekugi Hole: 1
Width at Base: 3.00 cm (1.18 in)
Width at Tip: 2.12 cm (0.83 in)
Thickness: 0.83 cm (0.33 in)
Sword Weight: 805 grams (1.77 lbs)
Era: Late Muromachi period, around 1572, 452 years ago
Shape: This sword has a robust width and thickness, with a deep curvature and an extended tip, presenting an excellent appearance.
Jigane: Utsuri appears in the steel.
Hamon: The straight hamon with a mixture of gunome-midare, created with nioi, shows active ashi and a midare-komi boshi.

Features: This is a work by Sukesada from the late Muromachi period, 452 years ago.

Aoi Art’s Comment: The late Muromachi period was a time of mass production of Japanese swords, reflecting the intense warfare of the era. Many swords from this period have a deep curvature and an extended tip. This sword is a highly recommended piece, with a well-proportioned shape and excellent appearance.

Historical Background: Due to the intense battles during wartime, there was a high demand for weapons, leading to mass production.

NBTHK Hozon Token Certificate
Aoi Art Estimation Paper
Whole Oshigata

Price：600,000 JPY

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