Asian Art

December 0207, 2023
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LOT 342

Lot 342

A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)

A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Lot 342 Details
A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)

The saya and tsuka profusely carved with figures in rural and military settings separated by bands of birds, fish, and flowers
longest length 49.6 in — 126 cm

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $2,091
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A Japanese Tachi Within an Ivory Scabbard, Together With a Bone-Mounted Wakizashi, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
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CONDITION DETAILS

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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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