{"product_id":"antique-japanese-lsorese-collection-103","title":"Japanese Edo Era Naginata Blade Signed “Harunobuyoshi” 16\"","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003eAntique Japanese Naginata Signed “Harunobuyoshi” (原信吉)\u003cbr data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003eJapan, Edo period (17th–18th century)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eThis Japanese Naginata is signed with the mei \u003cstrong data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eHarunobuyoshi (原信吉)\u003c\/strong\u003e. While the characters are legible, the exact smith is not represented in standard swordsmith directories. The second and third characters, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003e信吉 (Nobuyoshi)\u003c\/strong\u003e, are well-documented in swordmaking history, associated with multiple smiths including \u003cstrong data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eShinano-no-kami Nobuyoshi\u003c\/strong\u003e, an established Edo-period maker of quality blades. The additional \u003cstrong data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003e原 (Hara\/Gen\/Haru)\u003c\/strong\u003e may indicate a regional variant, a lesser-known branch smith, or a unique personal inscription.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003eThe blade measures approximately 16–18 inches, with a refined kissaki and a hamon visible along the length. Its surface polish reveals forging activity and a lively steel structure, though areas of wear, scratches, and oxidation are present from centuries of age. The nakago shows deep patina consistent with Edo-era manufacture, and the mei remains clear despite surface rusting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2212\" data-end=\"2475\"\u003eThe blade is housed in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2272\"\u003eshirasaya (plain wood scabbard)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the standard preservation mount for Japanese blades, with a copper habaki fitted at the base. This emphasizes the blade itself as the object of study and appreciation rather than decorative koshirae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2477\" data-end=\"2722\"\u003eCondition: The blade shows scratches, oxidation, and age wear but retains integrity and a visible hamon. The tang is patinated with a legible signature. The shirasaya and habaki are in good condition, providing proper housing for preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2724\" data-end=\"3054\"\u003eFor collectors, this Naginata represents a signed Edo-period blade with intriguing research potential. The mei “Harunobuyoshi” may reflect a minor smith or unrecorded lineage connected to the broader tradition of Nobuyoshi. Submission for NBTHK shinsa could provide authoritative confirmation of its place within sword history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3056\" data-end=\"3069\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3056\" data-end=\"3067\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3070\" data-end=\"3468\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3070\" data-end=\"3087\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3072\" data-end=\"3087\"\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3088\" data-end=\"3123\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3090\" data-end=\"3123\"\u003ePeriod: Edo (17th–18th century)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3124\" data-end=\"3185\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3126\" data-end=\"3185\"\u003eMedium: Forged steel blade; copper habaki; wood shirasaya\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3186\" data-end=\"3221\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3188\" data-end=\"3221\"\u003eBlade length: approx. 16–18 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3222\" data-end=\"3301\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3224\" data-end=\"3301\"\u003eSignature: Mei “原信吉” (Harunobuyoshi), possibly related to Nobuyoshi lineage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3302\" data-end=\"3427\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3304\" data-end=\"3427\"\u003eCondition: Blade polished with scratches and oxidation; tang patinated with visible mei; shirasaya intact and well-fitted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3428\" data-end=\"3468\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3430\" data-end=\"3468\"\u003eProvenance: Collection of Len Sorese\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3470\" data-end=\"3477\"\u003eLS111\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Consignment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50504972763453,"sku":"25C*LS111","price":1850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/2348\/3709\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_6c44ceec-5760-4635-88f5-cd15fa8d512c.jpg?v=1755545753","url":"https:\/\/shogunsgallery.com\/products\/antique-japanese-lsorese-collection-103","provider":"Shogun's Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}