| The Waki-Goto School refers collectively to the branch families of the main Goto lineage and metalworkers belonging to these branches. While inheriting the refined metalworking techniques of the Goto tradition, they developed their own distinctive styles and explored a wide variety of subjects. This kozuka depicts a mounted warrior pursuing his prey in a hunting scene. It vividly captures a dramatic moment as the warrior gallops forward with his spear, chasing fleeing animals. Hunting was closely associated with the martial training of samurai and was a subject symbolizing the courage and vigor of warrior culture. The kozuka was certified as Tokubetsu Kicho Kodogu in December 1964. |
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