Lot details
A Japanese tanto, the curved single edged blade with wave pattern mount above tang signed 'Muramasa', with giltmetal mounted steel tsuba, the grip missing cord mounted with white metal and patinated fittings (shows signs of character marks to wood); and a matching scabbard with matching fittings. PROVENANCE Sold Philips Arms & Armour, 21st November, 1985, Lot 18.