Asian Art

November 27December 02, 2021
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LOT 342

Lot 342

A Japanese Katana, Muromachi Period (1336-1573)

A Japanese Katana, Muromachi Period (1336-1573)
Lot 342 Details
A Japanese Katana, Muromachi Period (1336-1573)

The blade unsigned (mumei), with Edo period fittings, including a copper tsuba incised with a scholar/immortal amongst flowers, matching nanako (fish roe) ground 'dragon amongst clouds' fuchi-kashira, 'shishi' menuki, and a dark brown lacquer saya (sheath); nagasa length 24.2 in (61.5 cm)
overall length 36.3 in — 92.3 cm

Estimate $2,000-$4,000

Realised: $4,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Japanese Katana, Muromachi Period (1336-1573)
  • A Japanese Katana, Muromachi Period (1336-1573)
  • A Japanese Katana, Muromachi Period (1336-1573)
  • A Japanese Katana, Muromachi Period (1336-1573)

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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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