Ordering number：AS24539

Wakizashi: In Shirasaya (NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Token)

Signature: Ichi　　Dewa no Kami Yukihiro
一出羽守行廣

Shinto: Jyo Saku: Hizen (We divide 4 sections for each sword as Saijyo Saku, Jyojyo Saku, Jyo Saku, and Regular Saku.) This sword is ranked as Jyojyo Saku among works of Ichidewa no Kami Yukihiro.

Habaki: Gold double-layered
Blade Length: 51.4 cm (20.24 in)
Curvature: 1.4 cm (0.55 in)
Mekugi Hole: 1
Width at Base: 3.05 cm (1.2 in)
Width at Tip: 2.41 cm (0.95 in)
Thickness: 0.6 cm (0.24 in)
Sword Weight: 590 g (1.3 lbs)
Era: Around the Kanbun era of the Edo period (Around1661)
Shape: The blade is wide, thick, and has a deep curvature, with an extended, robust tip.
Jigane: Well-forged ko-itame hada, typical of Hizen jigane with ko-nuka hada.
Hamon: Nie-deki gunome-midare with yahazu elements, and the boshi is rounded with a deep kaeri.

Features: Yukihiro was the younger brother of the first-generation Masahiro, and was also known as Kurobei. In the 3rd year of Keian, at the age of 32, he studied Dutch forging techniques (Oranda Kitatetsu). He received the title of Dewa Daijo in the 5th year of Shoho, and later in the 3rd year of Kanbun, he received the title of Dewa no Kami. He passed away in May of the 3rd year of Tenwa. His works resemble those of Masahiro.

Aoi Art’s Comment: This piece is a work by the first-generation Yukihiro. Many of his works clearly indicate the use of Oranda iron on the tang, showcasing his technique of incorporating Dutch steel into Japanese swords. This wakizashi is a solid and robust piece with a well-balanced form, making it a highly recommended and healthy sword.

NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Token
Aoi Art Estimation Paper
Whole Oshigata

Auction Starting Price:450,000JPY

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