Awataguchi Tadatsuna(2nd) Katana

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Awataguchi Tadatsuna(2nd) Katana (NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon)

 

A refined katana attributed to the second-generation Awataguchi Ōmi no Kami Tadatsuna, one of the prominent Osaka masters of the Edo period.

 

Details:

• Period: Mid Edo (1688-1704)

• Province: Settsu

• Certification: NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Token

• Mounting: Koshirae + Shirasaya

 

Dimensions:

• Blade length: 71.2 cm (2 shaku 3 sun 5 bu)

• Curvature: 2.0 cm

• Mekugi-ana: 1

• Motohaba / Kasane: 32.3 mm / 7.4 mm

• Sakihaba / Kasane: 22.2 mm / 5.2 mm

 

The blade reflects the refined character of Osaka workmanship, with elegant proportions and a composed, well-balanced sugata that sits naturally in hand.

 

The koshirae is thoughtfully assembled, centered around a rare polished same (ray skin) saya, paired with shakudō nanako fuchi-kashira and aoi menuki. Akasaka-style sukashi tsuba completes the mounting, bringing a sense of quiet strength and cohesion.

 

Altogether, the mounting presents with understated sophistication, enhancing the blade without overpowering it.

 

$16,000

 

 

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