Lot 2404

A significant Japanese ceremonial Tachi mounted in walrus ivory, Meiji period

Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1366 Lots

Starting Price € 5,850

Countdown for bids : 13 days and 14 hours left

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Description

Distinctly curved blade with brass habaki, hamon and hada are not discernible due to the condition of the polish. Grip and scabbard fashioned of several pieces of walrus ivory, finely carved, engraved and partly coloured. Delicately crafted surrounding scenes with depictions of samurai, interspersed with bands with ornamental décor. The chape signed with four-character mark. Two movable suspension loops with attached red cord. Length 108 cm. High-quality ivory carving in excellent condition. Enclosed is the certificate of an ivory expert regarding the material used.

Attention: This lot can only be shipped within the European Union.
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Condition: I - II Questions about the lot?

General Information

The auction starts on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 2:30 pm (CET), start subject to the timing of the preceding auction, with Lot no. 2001 - 2505 and continues on Wednesday 18, 2026 at 10 am (CET) with Lot no. 2506 - 1369.The pre-sale view will take place from November 9 - November 13, 2026 in our auction rooms at Bretonischer Ring 3 in 85630 Grasbrunn / Munich from 11 am to 5 pm (CET). Please make an appointment if possible to avoid waiting times.