Description

This is a tanto by Gassan Sadatoshi, born in 1946 as the third son of Living National Treasure Gassan Sadakazu. Made in 1984 when the smith was 38, it features a beautiful Ayasugi-kitae (grain pattern) and intricate carvings on both sides. Sadatoshi is a highly acclaimed modern smith, designated as Mukansa and a holder of Nara Prefecture's Intangible Cultural Property.

短刀 大和住月山貞利彫同作(花押) Tanto:Yamatoju Gassan Sadatoshi

短刀 大和住月山貞利彫同作(花押) Tanto:Yamatoju Gassan Sadatoshi

Tantō

¥950,000

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School

Gassan

Era

Showa (1926-1989)

Specifications

Nagasa

29.3 cm

Motohaba

2.91 cm

Dealer

Samurai Nippon

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