![A 16th Century, Possibly Earlier Japanese Samurai Sword Katana: Cutting edge: 27 in., some spotting and rusting at the tip, spider rust, no nicks, no cracks, no forged flaws, early bizen school, suguha temper, blade visible throughout, habaki loose, needs soldier](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8693/332862/179646097_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717877769)
Bizen Antique
![A 16th Century, Possibly Earlier Japanese Samurai Sword Katana: Cutting edge: 27 in., some spotting and rusting at the tip, spider rust, no nicks, no cracks, no forged flaws, early bizen school, suguha temper, blade visible throughout, habaki loose, needs soldier](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8693/332862/179646097_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717877769)
![An Early Japanese Katana 16th Early 17th Century Samurai Sword: Cutting edge: 24.1/2 in., early sword, temper visible throughout the entire blade, tip is tempered, out of polish, no visible flaws, no cracks, no chips, an interesting early temper, possibly Bizen sc](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8693/332862/179646095_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717877769)
![A 16th Century Important Signature Japanese Wakazashi Samurai Sword, Not Katana: A fine Japanese late 1500s signed Bizen Nori Mitsu, possible the first/second generation, out of the wood work, interesting fittings, brass chased dragon, namban tsuba incased brass, wooden handle, bl](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8693/332862/179646098_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717877769)
![JAPANESE KODACHI SWORD SIGNED BISHU OSAFUNE MORIMOTO: Ca. 13th to 14th Century ADA Japanese kodachi short sword signed “Bishu Osafune Morimoto” on the nakago (tang), denoting that it was made by a swordsmith called Morimitsu of Osafune in Bizen.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6054/333436/180105913_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718399129)
![Excellent Japanese Koto Period Katana ~ NBTHK Koshu Tokubetsu Kicho Kanteisho Certificate ~ Signed: Koto katana, signed Bizen no Kuni ju Osafune Shinjuro Sukesada Saku, and inscribed Maeda Judai. Maeda Judai refers to it being a treasure from the Maeda family. It is dated Genki San Nen Hachi Gatsu K](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4247/333735/180425119_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718823463)
![Bizen Ware Figure of Daikoku: Bizen Ware Figure of DaikokuThe smiling figure with his knee on a rice barrel and raised mallet13in (33cm)](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6328/333172/179861073_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718231685)
![Two Japanese Ceramc Teabowl: 20th cen, two japanese ceramic teabowl , one is bizen kiln, largest 6.75"dia](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1611/334224/180603736_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719048432)
![Hiroshige - "Bizen Province: Tanokuchi Coast": Hiroshige - "Bizen Province: Tanokuchi Coast", Yugasan torii (Bizen, Tanokuchikaihin, Yugasan torii), from the series Famous Places in the Sixty-odd Provinces [of Japan] ([Dai Nihon] Rokuj. Trimmed to](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6749/333672/180265230_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718635556)
![Takahara Satoshi 高原 敏 (1934-2011), japan. Unique Bizen stoneware vase with: Takahara Satoshi 高原 敏 (1934-2011), japan. Unique Bizen stoneware vase with handles at the side. 1980s / 90s. Measures: 22 x 10 cm. In excellent condition. Original box and certifi](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/331535/178836836_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717530554)
News about Bizen Antique
![English country house décor reigns at Nye & Co. April 15](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/FEATPortrait-of-a-Boy.jpg)
English country house décor reigns at Nye & Co. April 15
BLOOMFIELD, N.J. – An Estate Treasures Auction focusing primarily on English and American Furniture and the traditional collecting aesthetics will be conducted online Wednesday, April 15, by Nye & Company Auctioneers, at 10 a.m. Eastern time. Bid absentee or live online through LiveAuctioneers.
![Many facets of Asian art offered in Jasper52 auction May 1](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/J52-sword.jpg)
Many facets of Asian art offered in Jasper52 auction May 1
NEW YORK – Asian art and antiques through the ages are presented in a Jasper52 online auction on Tuesday, May 1. The more than 50 lots going up for bid include fine Japanese weaponry, carved netsuke, Tibetan thangkas, porcelain and jade. Absentee and Internet live bidding is available through LiveAuctioneers.
![Array of Asian antiques available in Jasper52 auction Nov. 4](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/J52-sword_copy2-1.jpg)
Array of Asian antiques available in Jasper52 auction Nov. 4
NEW YORK – Original Samurai swords are among the top items in a Jasper52 auction on Saturday, Nov. 4. This online-only auction, with its diverse lineup of antiques and art, showcases the rich history and cultural variety of Asia. Absentee and Internet bidding is available through LiveAuctioneers.
![Artemis Gallery to sell Bernheimers’ Asian & ethnographic art Jan. 28](https://c1.liveauctioneers.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/21-feature.jpg)
Artemis Gallery to sell Bernheimers’ Asian & ethnographic art Jan. 28
BOULDER, Colo. – On Thursday, Jan. 28, Artemis Gallery will present at auction one of the most prestigious consignments the company has ever handled: the antiquities collection of the late Paul and Louise Bernheimer. The lifetime assemblage includes highly important pottery and Japanese netsukes, among other fascinating cultural treasures.