{"product_id":"antique-katana-sword-wakizashi-by-osafune-sukesada-with-lion-motif-koshirae-nbthk-hozon","title":"Antique Katana Sword Wakizashi by Osafune Sukesada with Lion Motif Koshirae - NBTHK Hozon","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Wakizashi, attributed to the esteemed Sukesada lineage, is a fine example of late Muromachi period craftsmanship, featuring koshirae that is as functional as it is ornamental.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAttribued to \u003cstrong\u003eOsafune Sukesada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMei: \u003c\/strong\u003eMumei\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: \u003c\/strong\u003elate Muromachi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Koshirae Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 83.0 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 59.6 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurvature (Sori):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.0 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNakago (Tang) Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.3 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotohaba (Base Width):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.0 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotokasane (Base Thickness):\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.62 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSakihaba (Tip Width):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.03 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSakikasane (Tip Thickness):\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.34 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 574 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate: \u003c\/strong\u003eNBTHK Hozon Token\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade boasts a midare (irregular) pattern, likely gunome midare, which is characterized by undulating patterns resembling rolling waves or cloves, indicative of the Sukesada smiths' skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMountings (Koshirae):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe koshirae includes fittings adorned with intricate lion motifs. These embellishments are not just decorative but also serve as a nod to the power and nobility that samurai swords often symbolize.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA kozuka (small utility knife) is present, complementing the sword's aesthetic and enhancing its status as a complete piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe sword comes with a preservation sword appraisal certificate, confirming its authenticity and value.\u003cbr\u003eThe blade is in a state befitting its age, free from significant damage such as cuts or bulges, preserving its historical integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSukesada smiths are renowned for their contributions to sword-making during the turbulent late Muromachi period. The swords from this group are celebrated for their sharpness and durability, reflecting the martial needs of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Osafune school was started by Mitsutada in the Kamakura period and became the top sword-making school in Bizen province, popular with samurai and lords for their high-quality swords, known as Osafunemono. Key swordsmiths from this school included the Osafune Sansaku - Nagamitsu, Sanenaga, and Kagemitsu, and the Osafune Shiten-no - Nagamitsu, Kanemitsu, Nagayoshi, and Motoshige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBIZEN, located near the Chugoku Mountains and the Yoshi River, had plenty of iron sand and resources for sword making. The area's sword-making tradition started in the late Heian period with the Ko-Bizen swordsmiths. Their techniques were passed down, helping the Osafune school thrive by making top-quality swords.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tokyo Nihonto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43199508578387,"sku":"65d4b8e965ecb","price":2350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/8092\/6035\/files\/4_22da9335-c5cc-496e-9ed5-21d779a8c8e1.png?v=1762246508","url":"https:\/\/hundredswords.store\/products\/antique-katana-sword-wakizashi-by-osafune-sukesada-with-lion-motif-koshirae-nbthk-hozon","provider":"hundredswords","version":"1.0","type":"link"}