Sword - Katana by Noshu Sekiju Kanekado 濃州関住兼門 with Certificate from The Nihon Bijutsu Token Club - Japan - Muromachi period (1333-1573)

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【Product details】

This exceptional katana, crafted by the renowned Noshu Sekiju Kanekado, dates back to the late Muromachi period and is presented in a black lacquered scabbard. It comes with a certificate of excellence from the Nihon Bijutsu Token Club, affirming its artistic value.

The certificate states: "No. 001614, Katana signed Noshu Sekiju Kanekado, recognized as an excellent work by our department. Issued on July 8, Showa 62 (1987). The blade features a large wood grain pattern and a straight hamon with small irregularities. Kanekado was a prominent smith from Mino, whose lineage began in the Muromachi period and thrived until the late Edo period. This Kanekado is believed to be from the late Muromachi period." This katana is from a distinguished and historically significant lineage of swordsmiths.

The mountings include a mokko-shaped tsuba (gurad) and fittings in shakudo nanako, a fine-textured blackened metal. The fittings are adorned with chrysanthemums in gold and silver inlay. Shakudo nanako involves tiny circular patterns resembling fish eggs, adding intricate detail to the metalwork. Chrysanthemums symbolize longevity and rejuvenation in Japanese culture.

The sword comes with a copy of its Firearms and Swords Registration Certificate. Details include: Registration number Aichi Prefecture No. 6. Type: katana. Blade length: 60 cm. Curvature: 1.4 cm. 1 peg hole. Inscription: Noshu Sekiju Kanekado (front), none (back). Issued: Showa 26 (1951), March 8. Reissued: Reiwa 5 (2023), December 27.

There are nicks on the blade edge and a tiny chip on the very tip of the blade, rust near the tip, and slight discoloration on the metal fittings. Please refer to the photographs for detailed condition. The display stand is not included. It comes in a cloth bag.

Length of the blade: 75 cm
Total length including scabbard: 90 cm

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