£1,550
A JAPANESE KATANA
The smith-made blade with Midare Hamon and measuring approx. 74cm in length, the tang signed, the tsuka having white shagreen grip beneath black ito cloth wrap, gilt bronze mounts throughout, the fuchi with depictions of mice or rats, the whole measuring approx. 103cm in length
The bronze mounts we believe to be 19th century. As we have been unable to decipher the signature to the tang, we are not able to comment on the age of the blade.
Blade is tarnished/marked throughout, with spots of surface rust. Cutting edge is largely undamaged, save for a small nick towards the tip. No apparent bending. Rust evident on tang. Tsuba with widespread surface rust. Tsuba is magnetic. Mekugi is lacking. Ito wrap is well worn through handling. Shagreen grip somewhat dulled/discoloured. Saya cap is badly rusted. One significant loss to the lacquer, leaving the exposed edges very delicate. Cracks and small chips elsewhere. General wear and surface dirt through handling.
Fees apply to the hammer price:
Room and Absentee Bids:
28.8% inc VAT*
Online and Autobids:
31.8% inc VAT*
