Katana - Katana NBTHK Hozon - Signed Osafune Sukesada dated 1594 Tensho 22 - Japan - Azuchi-Momoyama period (1573-1603)
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Selected by Julien Gauthier
With almost a decade of experience bridging science, museum curation, and traditional blacksmithing, Julien has developed a unique expertise in historical arms, armour, and African art.
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Description from the seller
I am hereby offering this beautiful Sukesada Katana with stunning hamon, accompanied by NBTHK hozon papers.
Specifications:
Nagasa (Blade Length): 67.0 cm
Sori (Curvature): 1.8 cm
Width at Base (Motohaba): 3.05 cm
Width at Tip (Sakihaba): 2.25 cm
Thickness at Base (Motokasane): 0.73 cm
Thickness at Tip (Sakikasane): 0.51 cm
Number of Peg Holes: 2 (ubu)
Blade Description
A very nice Katana signed Bishū Osafune Sukesada, dated Tenshō 22 (1594) – 8th month, accompanied by an NBTHK Hozon Certificate and fitted with a silver-covered copper habaki.
The blade is constructed in shinogi-zukuri, with a high shinogi and low iori-mune, and a large kissaki.
The steel surface is a tightly forged ko-itame, with flowing areas where the grain stands out. The blade is covered with good ji-nie, and the jigane is described as healthy.
The hamon is a nioi-based complex gunome-midare, incorporating small gunome, notare, and small midare, with kinsuji working through the interior of the hamon. The hataraki is stunning, as can be seen in my images. Very nice blade to study hamon activity.
The nakago is ubu.
Condition
Some scratches on the blade overall, as can be seen in the images. Some forging imperfections on the blade, but they do not distract from the stunning hamon.
I am hereby offering this beautiful Sukesada Katana with stunning hamon, accompanied by NBTHK hozon papers.
Specifications:
Nagasa (Blade Length): 67.0 cm
Sori (Curvature): 1.8 cm
Width at Base (Motohaba): 3.05 cm
Width at Tip (Sakihaba): 2.25 cm
Thickness at Base (Motokasane): 0.73 cm
Thickness at Tip (Sakikasane): 0.51 cm
Number of Peg Holes: 2 (ubu)
Blade Description
A very nice Katana signed Bishū Osafune Sukesada, dated Tenshō 22 (1594) – 8th month, accompanied by an NBTHK Hozon Certificate and fitted with a silver-covered copper habaki.
The blade is constructed in shinogi-zukuri, with a high shinogi and low iori-mune, and a large kissaki.
The steel surface is a tightly forged ko-itame, with flowing areas where the grain stands out. The blade is covered with good ji-nie, and the jigane is described as healthy.
The hamon is a nioi-based complex gunome-midare, incorporating small gunome, notare, and small midare, with kinsuji working through the interior of the hamon. The hataraki is stunning, as can be seen in my images. Very nice blade to study hamon activity.
The nakago is ubu.
Condition
Some scratches on the blade overall, as can be seen in the images. Some forging imperfections on the blade, but they do not distract from the stunning hamon.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Katana NBTHK Hozon
Condition
Excellent
Dynastic Style/Period
Azuchi-Momoyama period (1573-1603)
Artist
Signed Osafune Sukesada dated 1594 Tensho 22
Attribution
Signed
Sold with stand
No
Overall Length
67 cm
Estimated period
1550-1600
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Disclaimer: Decorative and Martial Arts Use Only This item is offered for auction with the understanding that it is intended exclusively for decorative purposes or martial arts practice. By participating in this auction, you agree to: Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies. Ensure that your use of this item is consistent with the stated purposes. Please note that this item has not been inspected by Catawiki for safety or functionality. Catawiki does not condone illegal activities and is not responsible for any damage or injury resulting from the use or misuse of this item.
