Ordering number: 15773

Katana in Shirasaya (NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Token)
Signature: (Aoi Mon) Yasutsugu Oite Echizen Saku Kore (Echizen 3rd).
(葵紋)康継於越前作之(越前三代)

Era: Shinto.Rating: Jyojyo Saku.
As evaluated by our classification, this sword is ranked as Jyojyo Saku among works by (Aoi Mon) Yasutsugu Oite Echizen Tsukuru Kore (Echizen 3rd).

Habaki: Gold-covered double-layered.
Blade Length: 74.1 cm (29.17 in).
Curvature: 1.2 cm (0.47 in).
Mekugi Hole: 1.
Width at Base (Motohaba): 3.28 cm (1.29 in).
Width at Tip (Sakihaba): 2.21 cm (0.87 in).
Thickness of Rim (Kasane): 0.72 cm (0.28 in).
Sword Weight: 870 g (1.92 lbs).
Period: Kanbun era, Edo period.
Shape: Broad and sturdy blade with a long kissaki.
Jigane: Incorporating Nanban-tetsu, the Jigane displays a rich texture with well-visible hada, including chikei, and a prominent surface grain.
Hamon: Ko-nie deki, predominantly suguha with intricate ko-ashi and active ha, creating an impression reminiscent of koto blades.

Features: The third son of the first-generation Yasutsugu, known as Shiroemon and later as Ichiroemon. After the death of the second-generation Yasutsugu, the family split into the Echizen and Edo lines, both assuming the title of the third generation. This piece adheres closely to the styles of the first and second generations, maintaining the tradition of Yasutsugu craftsmanship.

This katana, crafted with robust Nanban-tetsu, showcases its refined Jigane, with vividly visible mokume-hada and dark tones, embodying the distinctive style of the Echizen third generation. The blade is in excellent condition, featuring a single mekugi hole and an Aoi mon engraved with precision. A highly recommended piece for collectors and enthusiasts.

Aoi Art’s Comment: A truly excellent sword, highly recommended. Its ample length and outstanding Jigane quality make it a remarkable piece.

NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Token.
Aoi Art estimation paper.
Whole Oshigata

Price:1,750,000JPY

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