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Antique Japanese Sword Wakizashi Signed by Muneyuki with NBTHK Tokubestsu Hozon Certificate 【Description】 This blade was signed by Takada Ju Fujiwara Muneyuki (高田住藤原統行), who belonged to a prestigious school named Takada (高田). The maker’s name Muneyuki lasted three generations from the Tensho to Meireki era (1573-1658). And, based on the characteristic of the signature inscribed on the tang, we estimate the second-gen or third-gen Muneyuki, who was active during the early edo period (the early – mid 17th century), forge it. Takada school was founded by Takada Tomoyuki in Takada village, Bungo domain (today’s Oita prefecture), during the Nanbokucho period (1334-1338 A.D). Takada Tomoyuki went to Bizen province (today’s Okayama prefecture) to master the sword-forging techniques of BIZEN and returned to the village and trained his apprentices. That is how Takada school started. During Sengoku Period (the warring state period: from late 15 C to late 16 C), the Takada school forged many swords for many Samurais in Kyushu island. It is said that the reputation of the blades forged by Takada school was close to MINO or BIZEN swords, two of which are the most famous sword forging places. The Bungo domain was ruled by Otomo Yoshishige (Sorin) during the Sengoku period. Yoshishige and his domain built a strong military and political base there. Yoshishige was known as one of the most famous warlords on Kyushu island. It is said that Takada swordsmiths forged swords for those who served the Otomo clan and the first-gen Muneyuki received 統 letter, one of his maker’s name from Otomo family. And, Muneyuki played an important role to make Takada school prosperous during the Edo period. Generally speaking, Kyushu island was prosperous in sword-making because of its long trading history with Asian countries. Many feudal lords on this island fought against each other to gain an advantage in trading. Takada school received many orders as the demand increased among those lords. The material of Japanese swords (high-quality iron sand and charcoal) was abundant in mount Sobo Katamuki, located near Takada village. We believe Takada school prospered because of its geographic location and natural resources. This blade is appraised as a Tokubetsu Hozon Token (特別保存刀剣) issued by NBTHK (Nihon Bijutsu Touken Hozon Kyokai:日本美術刀剣保存協会). This authentication paper was only given to authentic Japanese swords, especially well preserved and high quality with artistic value. *Please keep in mind that there is a couple of Kitae Kizu on the blade. If you would like to know the detailed condition, please feel free to contact us. 【Blade】 Cutting Edge Length(Nagasa) : 53.2 cm (20.9 inches) Curvature(Sori) : 1.4 cm (0.55 inches) Hamon : The crystalline structure which forms along the cutting edge of a blade as a result of the hardening process Jimon(Jihada) : visible steel surface pattern created by folding and hammering during forging process Kissaki : Kissaki is the tip of the Japanese sword. Nakago : Nakago is the tang of the Japanese sword. Japanese swordsmiths left the black rust on the tang because it prevents red rust while the tang is in its handle. And the discoloration of the tang was created over time, and it is a great indicator for a Japanese sword specialist to estimate when the sword was forged. Koshirae : Koshirae is the mounting of the Japanese sword. There are several parts that consist of Koshirae such as Saya (Scabbard), Tsuka (Handle), Tsuba (Handguard). Fuchi-Kashira : A pair of matching sword fittings that cover the upper and bottom parts of its sword hilt. You would find some tools used by Samurai on this Fuchi Kashira. While Abumi (鐙, stirrup) and Muchi (鞭, whip) are depicted on the Fuchi, Kabuto (兜, helmet), Kura (鞍, saddle), and Suneate (臑当, shin guard) are depicted on the Kashira part. The Abumi is a type of harness, a tool that hangs on the side of the horse and puts the foot on when riding. And stirrups are used with the Kura (鞍, saddle). It

Antique Japanese Sword Wakizashi Signed by Muneyuki NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Certificate
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Antique Japanese Sword Wakizashi Signed by Muneyuki NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Certificate

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長さ

53.2 cm

反り

1.4 cm

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サムライミュージアム

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