Katana, Antique japanese sword "Osafune Sukesada" with 2 certificates (NBTHK) x2 - Steel, Tamahagane - Samurai - Japan - Muromachi Period (1333–1573) - XIV-XVI century

**** Very beautiful piece **** Reserved for the prestigious sale of Japanese antiques **** Sublime Katana from the Muromachi period attributed to "Osafune Sukesada". Many artisans have used the name Sukesada throughout the history of the Japanese forge, most of them in Bizen and contributing to the development of several schools in this province. Among these is the Sue-Bizen tradition, active from the middle to the end of the Muromachi period and whose origins date back to several ramifications of the mother school of Osafune created in the 13th century. After almost 500 years, this katana remains a historic object of great value, demonstrating despite the tumult of the Sengoku period, the last sparks of know-how from the ancestral tradition of Bizen. Many sabers forged during the Eisho-Daiei eras (1504-1528) are known to be of exceptional quality. This saber is accompanied by two original certificates of judgment (high level Hozon) from the NBTHK (Nihon bijutsu token hozon kyokai) , one for the Koshirae and the other for the blade. The NBTHK is a large Japanese saber preservation and registration company. This guarantees the authenticity of the blade and its respective Koshirae, as well as its origin and its attribution to the blacksmith. The general condition is excellent, the blade is in old polishing, there are very few scratches (please see the photos) . Please appreciate the absolutely sublime Hamome Gunome midare of this blade, it gives an even deeper aspect to the inner beauty of the sword. The Koshirae is very inspiring and the general condition is very good, and the Saya sheath shows almost no wear. In addition, it is accompanied by a quality yellow Sageo in excellent condition. The Tsuba guard is beautiful and is in very good condition. The Tsuka handle is very beautiful and in very good condition, we can see two Menuki there with as representation the banner of the famous clan of Samourai Mastunaga which descends directly from the Fujiwara clan. The Fuchi is really very beautiful and is in excellent condition, the Kashira is also in good condition. All this on a Same-Hada base in reddish stingray skin in very good condition, covered with a Tsukamaki in golden-yellow silk. The whole Katana is really in excellent condition, it is a very high quality Katana, which by its attributes, emanates a certain feeling of power characterized by its history and its recognized ancestral values. Dimensions / Weight: Hacho: 68. 2cm Sori: 1. 5cm Motomihaba: 2. 8cm Motokasane: 0. 6cm Sakimihaba: 1. 8cm Sakikasane: 0. 45cm Nakago: 25. 7cm Saya length: 73cm Tsuka length: 28. 2cm Total weight (Approx.) Blade and Koshirae: 1290g Total length (with Koshirae) : 99. 8cm Delivery : Careful shipping and insurance included. **** Room reserved for the prestigious sale of Japanese antiques **** The sale, purchase and possession of weapons are subject to national laws and regulations. Please make sure you know the laws and regulations of your country BEFORE making an offer. The sale of weapons to persons under the age of 18 is prohibited. By placing an offer, you declare that you are 18 years of age or older and that you have verified that you are allowed to legally purchase such items in your country.