Asian Art Auction

November 28, 2016

LOT 55

Lot 55

A Naginata, Showa Period

A Naginata, Showa Period
Lot 55 Details
A Naginata, Showa Period

昭和時代 日本薙刀

The blade chiselled on each side with hi bo-bi (wide groove) and soe-bi (thin groove) lacquered red, mounted on a black lacquer shaft, with silvered copper mounts, black lacquered saya decorated with a gold flower crest
length 94" — 238.8 cm.

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $780
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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A Naginata, Showa Period
  • A Naginata, Showa Period

CONDITION DETAILS

with missing habaki

LOT 55
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 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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