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- Wakizashi (Short Sword), Attributed to Nobukuni
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Important Cultural Property
Wakizashi (Short Sword), Attributed to Nobukuni
- Museum No.
- EK216
Photo No：180615_EL_0003
Color type：Color
| Title | Wakizashi (Short Sword), Attributed to Nobukuni |
|---|---|
| Designation | Important Cultural Property |
| Artist | Attributed to Nobukuni |
| Category | Metalwork (E), Sword |
| Country | Japan |
| Period | Nanbokuchō |
| Century | 14th |
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| Materials | |
| Dimensions | Length 38.2cm Curvature 0.8cm |
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This elongated tantō by master smith Nobukuni is replete with Buddhist imagery, showing his skill as well as the influence of his probable teacher Sadamune. On one side of the blade are carvings of a heavenly canopy, a Sanskrit letter for Dainichi (Mahāvairocana) Buddha, a lotus dais, stylized antlers, and a ken (double-edged ritual sword) with a three-pronged vajra handle.
Japan-Nambokucho