Ordering number: AF24524

Kozuka:Plum and the moon（NBTHK Hozon Tosogu)
Signature: Mumei(Unsigned)（Funeda Ikkin)
（船田　一琴）

Dimension:　9.72 cm x 1.41 cm x 0.40 cm （3.83 inches x 0.56 inches x 0.16 inches. ）

Era: the late Edo period
Features: On a shakudō polished surface, kōsuki carving and kebori engraving are combined with flat inlay of gold and silver.

Funada Ikkin (1812 [Bunka 9] – November 28, 1863 [Bunkyū 3, 10th month, 18th day]) was a sword fitting artisan who was active during the late Edo period. Born with the childhood name Yūtarō, he later adopted the name Shōsuke before finally changing his name to Yoshinaga.

Ikkin was renowned as a highly skilled metalworker of the late Edo period. One of his signature techniques, known as "kōsuki-bori," was an evolution of kebori (fine line engraving). This unique method involved using chisels with crescent-shaped rounded edges to carve wide linear designs. This technique was particularly effective in depicting plum trees, showcasing his artistic expertise and becoming a defining feature of his work.

In Kiri Box
NBTHK Hozon Paper
Aoi Art estimation paper

Auction Starting Price: 135,000 JPY-. (including the shipping fee)

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