NihontoWatchOrdering number:AS26203Katana in ShirasayaSignature: Higo Koku Ju Akamatsu Taro Kanehiro Saku,Utsushi Kiyomaro.Hinoe Inu Nen 2 Gatsu Kichijitsu (Lucky Day in February, 2006)肥後國住赤松太郎兼裕作 写清麿丙戌年二月吉日We divide the craftsmanship into four levels: Saijyo Saku, Jyojyo Saku, Jyo Saku, and Regular Saku.This piece is ranked as Jyo Saku among the works of Akamatsu Taro Kaneyasu.Habaki: Silver single Habaki.Blade Length: 75.6 cm (29.76 in).Curvature: 2.0 cm (0.79 in).Mekugi Hole: 1.Width at Base (Motohaba): 3.75 cm (1.48 in).Width at Tip (Sakihaba): 3.2 cm (1.26 in).Thickness (Kasane): 0.87 cm (0.34 in).Sword Weight: 1075 grams.Era: Modern.(February, 2006)Shape:A broad blade (3.75 cm/1.48 in), thick and sturdy, with a deep curvature.The tip (kissaki) is large and elongated, giving the sword a commanding presence.Jigane (Forging):A fine ko-itame pattern, with a clean, flawless surface and beautiful texture.Hamon (Temper Line):A vibrant nie-based gunome-midare pattern, with active ashi (legs) extending toward the edge, maintaining consistent activity up to the tip.Features:This work was created by Akamatsu Taro Kaneyasu as a tribute to the renowned Kiyomaro.The inscription "Utsushi Kiyomaro" reflects the craftsman's intention to emulate Kiyomaro's style.Aoi Art’s Comment:This is a magnificent piece, with a robust shape and ample blade meat.The long unsharpened portion (ubuha) adds to its integrity and impressive appearance.Its remarkable condition suggests that, even after 1,000 years, it will remain an awe-inspiring masterpiece.Aoi Art Certification PaperWhole OshigataAuction Starting Price:650,000JPYSOLDRelated Items:Katana: Higo no Kuni Ju Akamatsu Tarou Kaneteru Saku(1988)Katana: Nanno Taro Tomohiro (NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Token)Katana:Minamoto Moriyoshi (Mukansa Swordsmith)(1990)(NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Token)Katana: Ishido Fujiwara Korekazu Seitan Kore(NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Token)Katana: Chikushu Ju So Tsutomu(NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Token)Katana:Minamoto Moriyoshi & Yoshitsugu C
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Shōwa to the present: destruction and revival
The twentieth century nearly killed the craft twice: wartime distortion, then the occupation ban. The NBTHK’s founding in 1948 and licensed forging from 1953 rebuilt the sword as an art, crowned by Living National Treasures and the mukansa rank.
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