$523
Japanese Katana, cord-wrapped hilt with shagreen and two brass tsuba, pierced-brass hilt, steel blade (some pits and cleaning), and a steel scabbard with brass fittings, blade lg. 26 1/2, overall lg. 37 1/2 in. Estimate $300-500 Missing the mekugi, blade has some light patination and looks to have been cleaned, scabbard has some light patination around the fittings. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-04-27
