Width: 71cms
Date: Circa 1880
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Product Code: KPAC12
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From our collection of Fine Japanese Works of Art from the Meiji-era, this exceptional Gold Lacquer Tanto with intricate Shibayama decoration.
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As shown in the photographs, this Wakizashi is offered in very good condition. Please don’t hesitate to contact us with regards to pricing or to arrange a viewing.
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Here is some useful terminology relating to this wonderful item:
Wakizashi
A wakizashi is the smaller cousin of the Katana it is between 30-60cm long (between 1-2 shaku) it was often worn alongside it as a backup or auxiliary sword used more for close fighting, such as beheading a defeated opponent. It is important to note that it is not merely a smaller version of the katana as it is forged differently, though with a similar technique. It was also popular with people who were not of Samurai class as it was the largest sword they were allowed to carry as a defence. Its name translates as ‘side inserted sword’ due to it often being worn tucked though the obi (sash belt).
Shibayama
Shibayama is a style of inlay decoration used to create a design on wood, ivory or lacquer. Small pieces of shell, horn, coral, wood, ivory, bone and other colourful precious materials would be semi-inland into the base material to give a 3D effect.
The style of decoration is named after the artist Shibayama who created and popularised the artform.
Tsuba
A tsuba is the hand guard for a Japanese sword, they balance the sword, protect the hand from an enemy blade and show status. Tsuba have become collectible works of art in their own right.
Fuchi kashira
The Fuchi-kashira refers to two parts, the fuchi is a strengthening band fitted to the handle side of the sword, and the kashira is the pommel. They are often a matching set featuring similar designs. They can be made of iron or bronze.
Kozuka
The Kozuka is a small utility knife attached to the saya of a larger sword, often a Wakizashi or Katana, they were used for eating and everyday tasks the main blade was too big or precious for.
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