Lacquered Wood And Mother-of-pearl Katanakake - Meiji Period (1868-1912).

JAPAN - Edo period (1603-1868).
KATANAKAKE in black lacquered wood inlaid with mother-of-pearl, the crossbar centered with the Tokugawa mon.
Lacquer wear on the parts receiving the sabers and very slight dent on the front right foot.
This katanakake can be used to display two swords or a shirasaya-mounted set.
The wakizashis shown as examples in the photographs are not sold with the katanake.
Dimensions : 36.5 x 44.5 x 17 cm.

Notes: The Tokugawa mon, known as the Mitsuba Aoi ("three leaves of wild mallow"), is one of Japan's most famous heraldic emblems. It consists of three stylized leaves arranged in a circle and symbolizes authority, stability and continuity of lineage. Used by the Tokugawa clan, who ruled Japan during the Edo period (1603-1868), the mon adorned castles, armor, official garments and many everyday objects. To this day, it remains a powerful symbol of Japanese history, reminding us of the enduring influence of the Tokugawa shogunate on the country's culture and political organization.