an image of a red and gold vase on a white backgroundtwo pens sitting next to each other on a white surfacea picture of a red and gold pen with a feather on it
Description
JAPAN KAIKEN with a four-sided yari-style blade, temper line, a same (stingray) handle and a red lacquered scabbard. A feather-shaped menuki is attached to the handle. Length: without the scabbard: 15.5 cm; with the scabbard: 16 cm A ritual weapon for female suicide (jigai).
See original version (French)
Ref. : 28245 - 201
Pictures credits: Contact the Auction House
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