Ordering number:AS24664

Spear in Shirasaya (NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Token)

Signature: Echizen no Kuni Ju Kanenori
越前国住兼法　

Sayagaki:　Large spear crafted by Echizen no Kuni Ju Kanenori.
Era: Keicho period.A well-preserved, excellent piece.
Length: 2 shaku.
Written in Reiwa 5, Hatsushimo no Tsuki (Nov 2023).
Inscribed by Bizan.

Era: Shinto.Ranking: Jyo Saku, Echizen.
This spear is ranked as Jyojyo Saku among works by Echizen no Kuni Ju Kanenori, reflecting its exceptional quality.
Blade Length: 60.6 cm (23.86 in).
Curvature: 0 cm.
Mekugi Holes: 2.
Width at Base (Motohaba): 2.59 cm (1.02 in).
Thickness (Kasane): 0.91 cm (0.36 in).
Era: Edo period, around the Keicho era.
Shape:　The spear features a slightly extended tang (kerakubi) with a long and sharp blade, exuding a sense of sharpness and functionality.
Jigane (Steel):The fine ko-itame hada is well-forged, displaying refined patterns with a beautiful utsuri reflection.
Hamon:The hamon is a vibrant nie-deki with irregular gunome midare.

Whole length of Shirasaya：Approximately 134cm (52.75inches)

Aoi Art's Comment: Echizen no Kuni Ju Kanenorii was a descendant of Mino's Kanenori and later received the title Higo Daijo. He is also identified as the first generation Yasutsugu. His works resemble those of Sadakuni.
Long spears of this length are rare and highly valuable.

NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Token.
Aoi Art estimation paper
Whole Oshigata
*Please note: The price does not include shipping fees.

Auction Starting Price:550,000JPY

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