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Ko-Kinkō Nozarashi Kozuka with NBTHK
€1,700.00
+ ShippingA rare Ko-Kinkō Kozuka from the early Edo / Muromachi period, certified Hozon by the NBTHK.
The piece features the iconic Nozarashi (skull and skeletal remains exposed in a field) motif—a profound memento mori deeply rooted in Samurai philosophy and Zen teachings on impermanence. The composition depicts a human skull, ribcage, and scattered bones, masterfully rendered in high relief (Takabori) with mixed metal highlights over a fine Shakudō Nanako dark gold-copper alloy) background.
Attributed by the NBTHK to Ko-Kinkō (Early Metalwork Masters), this unsigned (Mumei) piece showcases exceptional archaic craftsmanship and striking symbolism.
- Certification: NBTHK Hozon (Hozon Tosogu Paper included)
- Period: Early Edo / Muromachi period
- School / Style: Ko-Kinkō (古金工)
- Material: Shakudō Nanako ground with high relief and soft metal inlays (Takabori / Iroe)
- Design: Skull and Bones in a Field (Nozarashi-zu / 野晒図)
- Size: 96 mm × 12 mm
Availability: In stock
