Nippon-To The Japanese Sword av Inami Hakusui, 1948

En bok om japanska svärd. Innehåller illustrationer och beskrivningar av olika svärdstyper, smide och tillverkning.

1:a upplagan från 1948.
Inbunden klotband med skyddsomslag.
Skyddsomslaget mkt nött, men själva boken i fint skick.
Ovanlig.
”The Japanese sword "Hakusui"
primarily refers to Inami Hakusui, a significant figure in Japanese sword (Nihonto) study and founder of the Japan Sword Research Society, known for his seminal 1948 book, Nippon-To: The Japanese Sword, a foundational text in English on sword history, craftsmanship, appraisal, and makers, featuring detailed illustrations and often signed by him. While "Hakusui" isn't a specific sword's name but a person's, his work made the world of Japanese swords accessible, detailing forging, polishing, and cultural significance.
About Inami Hakusui & His Work:

• Author & Expert: Inami Hakusui was a key figure in post-war Japan, dedicated to preserving and documenting the art of the Japanese sword.
• Nippon-To: The Japanese Sword (1948):This book is a landmark publication, one of the first detailed English-language guides to Nihonto.
• Content: It covers:
  
  
  • History and cultural significance.
  • Forging and tempering techniques.
  • Appraisal, nomenclature, and famous smiths.
  • Detailed illustrations (plates) and a list of sword makers with estimated values.
• Legacy: His book remains a valuable resource for collectors and enthusiasts, offering deep insights into Japanese swordsmanship and craft.

In short, when you hear "Japanese sword Hakusui," think of the influential scholar and his essential book that brought the world of Nihonto to a wider audience. ”

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