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December 13, 2010

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LOT 166

Lot 166

Shinogi Zukuri Katana, Attributed to Hizen Seisuke Yukihiro, Circa 1818-1892

Shinogi Zukuri Katana, Attributed to Hizen Seisuke Yukihiro, Circa 1818-1892
Lot 166 Details
Shinogi Zukuri Katana, Attributed to Hizen Seisuke Yukihiro, Circa 1818-1892

Nagasa (cutting edge): 65.6 cm.
Motohaba (width at end of cutting edge): 3.5 cm.
Koshirae (mountings): black lacquered wood scabbard, pierced round iron tsuba, pair brass menuki, iron kashira
length 37" — 94 cm.

Estimate $6,000-$8,000

Realised: $6,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Shinogi Zukuri Katana, Attributed to Hizen Seisuke Yukihiro, Circa 1818-1892
  • Shinogi Zukuri Katana, Attributed to Hizen Seisuke Yukihiro, Circa 1818-1892
Provenance:

Property of an Important Canadian Private Collection of Samurai Swords

Note:

Son of Tomanojo Seisuke Yukihiro, sixth generation

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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