令和四年十一月二日指定 第六十八回 重要刀剣
, signed: (包) ()
Measurements 71.6 cm, 2.6 cm, 3.0 cm, 1.65 cm, 2.5 cm, 23.0 cm, 0.4 cm
Description Keijō: , . Standard with a marked difference between and . Moderate . Pronounced with a slight tendency toward ; with ; . : mixed with and ; the grain stands out. Abundant ; plentiful ; appears. : Primarily , mixed with and ; with and . The tends toward tightness; fine adheres well. In places there are -chijimi and ; and appear; the is bright. : with at the tip; a very slight . : None. : ; . The file marks are worn and unclear. Two . On the , above the second (the original hole) and positioned toward the ridge, there is a two-character signature.
Artisan (包),
Era Late period to early period
Explanation The term is a collective designation for swordsmiths—and their works—from the end of the period through the early period. The school’s general style, in blades that remain , is characterized by strong with , a tendency for the point to show as it approaches the , a forging texture of with and intermingled , conspicuous , and a temper pattern in which small irregularities such as , , and appear in combination with ; may also be seen. Overall, flamboyantly irregular patterns are uncommon; it is typical for a with a basis of shallow to predominate, giving an antique flavor in general.
This displays a typical of the late to early transition: standard with pronounced , a slight tendency toward , and a . The shows mixed with and , with a standing grain and the appearance of , presenting an archaic elegance. The , while centered on and incorporating and with a somewhat tightened , constitutes an accomplished result that clearly departs from the more commonly encountered manner that emphasizes small irregularities.
In addition to its form, this is a valuable work that plainly demonstrates the breadth of the smiths’ expressive range.
