Tanto with iridescent black lacquer scabbard,... Lot 27

Tanto with iridescent black lacquer scabbard, Japan, 19th century The handle in stingray covered with silk, the menuki in the shape of butterflies, kozuka inscribed (Shi sei no to kai miyo) and kogai, the thick blade, partly oxidized. Chipped and missing lacquer, frayed silk, dirt Total length 34,5 cm