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Wakizashi, signed Ōshū Sendai-jū Kunikane (3rd generation)
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¥1,800,000
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An exceptionally rare wakizashi by the third-generation Kunikane of Sendai. With its taut shinogi-ji and refined, well-proportioned form, this blade rivals the work of the first-generation Kunikane. The jihada displays beautifully aligned masame-hada, with the area near the ha appearing dark and clear, while fine ji-nie sparkle white — creating an elegant interplay of black and white evocative of classical aesthetics. The hamon is suguha with nie resembling silver sand. The mei is distinctively carved with the character '國' featuring crossed strokes within the enclosure — a hallmark of the third generation. Moto-haba approx. 3.06cm, saki-haba approx. 2.12cm, mune-kasane approx. 0.67cm. Gold-plated double habaki, shirasaya mounting.
Registered in Tokyo, 2018 (Heisei 30)