Description

This is a masterpiece by Nagasone Kotetsu Nyudo Okisato, highly regarded as the 'Yokozuna of Shinto in the East'. Originally an armorer from Echizen, Kotetsu transitioned to sword making in Edo around Meireki 2 (1656) and became a representative master of Edo due to his excellent forging. This particular sword, dated Kanbun 2 (1662), exhibits a typical Kanbun Shinto sugata with a strong jigane, bright hamon, and a unique 'juzuba' (rosary-bead pattern) hamon, showcasing his characteristic style.

長曽禰虎徹入道興里(金象嵌)寛文二年十二月廿一日 山野加右衛門永久(花押)弐ツ胴裁断
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長曽禰虎徹入道興里(金象嵌)寛文二年十二月廿一日 山野加右衛門永久(花押)弐ツ胴裁断

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Specifications

Nagasa

72.4 cm

Sori

1.2 cm

Motohaba

2.9 cm

Sakihaba

1.9 cm

About the maker

Nagasone Kotetsu長曽祢興里

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Dealer

Iida Koendo

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