How can I tell if my Japanese pottery is antique?

To tell if your Japanese pottery is antique, look for markings, which usually appear on the bottoms of pieces. If you see the word "Nippon," your piece was likely produced between 1891 and 1921, making it an antique. Pieces marked with the words "made in occupied Japan" originated between 1945 and 1952 and are vintage, based on their age. A "made in Japan" marking may indicate a vintage or contemporary piece. If you don't see any of these markings, consult trusted online resources to get a rough idea of when your pottery was produced. Any piece that dates back 100 years or more is antique. Should you encounter difficulty with the dating process, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Japanese pottery.

Antique Japanese Armour

Japanese Antique Combat Helmet 'Kabuto' 1800s Edo Era

$3,900

H 6.7 in W 11.42 in D 13 in

Japanese Antique Combat Helmet 'Kabuto' 1800s Edo Era

Located in Paris, FR

traditional Japanese armour worn by the samurai class and their retainers in feudal Japan. The materials

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Early 19th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Japanese Red Samurai Armour Beginning of Meiji period 1900s

$9,337

H 66.93 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Japanese Red Samurai Armour Beginning of Meiji period 1900s

Located in Paris, FR

50 x H170 cm Scholars agree that Japanese armour first appeared in the 4th century, with the

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Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Metal, Iron

Extremely Rare Japanese Edo Period Menpo Armor Mask, Leather & Iron, Ca. 1690s

$5,800

H 10 in Dm 8 in

Extremely Rare Japanese Edo Period Menpo Armor Mask, Leather & Iron, Ca. 1690s

Located in New York, NY

Extremely Rare Japanese Edo Period Menpo Armor Mask, Leather & Iron, Ca. 1690s Edo Period

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17th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Metal

19th Century Hand Carved Japanese Samurai Sculpture with Traces of Polychromy

$13,800

H 55.5 in W 30.5 in D 12 in

19th Century Hand Carved Japanese Samurai Sculpture with Traces of Polychromy

Located in Yonkers, NY

ethereal dynamism of his stance accentuated by traditional Japanese armor and a wind-kissed scarf. While

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19th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Shakudo Mix-Metal Screw-Back Earrings

$1,900

Antique Japanese Shakudo Mix-Metal Screw-Back Earrings

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

compound called rokusho, followed by heating, a technique originally used in the creation of Japanese armor

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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Shakudo

Antique Japanese Shakudo Cufflinks with Floral Designs

$1,970

Antique Japanese Shakudo Cufflinks with Floral Designs

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

heated to create the signature finish. Originally developed for use in Japanese armor and swords, Shakudo

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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Shakudo

Set of Edo Period Samurai Armor Box Covers (Yoroi Bitsu Covers) with Gold Family

$1,380

H 20.87 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Set of Edo Period Samurai Armor Box Covers (Yoroi Bitsu Covers) with Gold Family

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Set of Edo Period Samurai Armor Box Covers (Yoroi Bitsu Covers) with Gold Family Crests Japan, 18th

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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Leather

Antique Japanese Shakudo Cufflinks with Wheat Husk Design

$1,910

Antique Japanese Shakudo Cufflinks with Wheat Husk Design

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

Japanese armor and swords, Shakudo was banned by the Japanese government in 1876, which led artisans to

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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Shakudo

Rare Samurai Kote (Arm Guards), Mid Edo Period

$1,760

H 0.4 in W 6.7 in D 24.81 in

Rare Samurai Kote (Arm Guards), Mid Edo Period

Located in Fukuoka, JP

, and represents an authentic element of Japanese armor. Crafted from patinated iron and textile, the

Category

Late 17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese Fuchi Edo Period Branch Decoration

$895

Antique Japanese Fuchi Edo Period Branch Decoration

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

: Bronze, Cloisonne& Metal Type: Scholars Objects, Statues Region of Origin: Japan Emperor: Edo Period

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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Metal

Antique Japanese Fuchi Edo Period Oni Decoration

$895

Antique Japanese Fuchi Edo Period Oni Decoration

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

: Bronze, Metal & Cloisonne Type:Scholars Objects, Statues Region of Origin: Japan Emperor: Edo Period

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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Metal

Antique Japanese Fuchi Edo Period Gold Decoration

$895

Antique Japanese Fuchi Edo Period Gold Decoration

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

: Material:Bronze, Metal & Cloisonne Type: Scholars Objects, Statues Region of Origin: Japan Emperor: Edo Period

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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Gold

Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Buddhist Literati in Landscape

$2,131

Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Buddhist Literati in Landscape

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

1920’s. Thence by decent A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housings and associated

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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Bronze

Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Chinese Coins, 19th Century

$2,131

Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Chinese Coins, 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

1920’s. Thence by decent A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housings and associated

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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Bronze

Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Floral Flowers in Landscape

$1,456

Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Floral Flowers in Landscape

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

1920’s. Thence by decent A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housings and associated

Category

19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Bronze

Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Buddhist Literati in Landscape, 19th C

$2,131

Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Buddhist Literati in Landscape, 19th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

1920’s. Thence by decent A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housings and associated

Category

19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Bronze

Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Buddhist Clouds in Silver, 19th Century

$1,456

Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Buddhist Clouds in Silver, 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

1920’s. Thence by decent A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housings and associated

Category

19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Bronze

Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Scholars Travelling in Landscape

$1,164Sale Price|45% Off

H 3.15 in Dm 2.84 in

Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Scholars Travelling in Landscape

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

1920’s. Thence by decent A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housings and associated

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19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Bronze

Two Original Japanese Engravings on One Sheet, Soldiers & a Priest, 1669

$312Sale Price|20% Off

H 12.68 in W 7.96 in D 0 in

Two Original Japanese Engravings on One Sheet, Soldiers & a Priest, 1669

Located in Langweer, NL

: Japanese soldiers].' An image of a Japanese priest. In one hand hee holds a long rope with a thick knot

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1660s Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Paper

Early Victorian 14k/Mixed Metal Shakudo Chain

$4,790

L 20.25 in

Early Victorian 14k/Mixed Metal Shakudo Chain

Located in Narberth, PA

Shakudo is the use of mixed metal alloys and was originally used in Japanese armor and swords

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Late 18th Century Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Bronze, Mixed Metal

19th Century Edo-Meiji Period Samurai Tantō Knife/Short Blade Sword and Scabbard

$1,700

H 12 in W 1.5 in D 1 in

19th Century Edo-Meiji Period Samurai Tantō Knife/Short Blade Sword and Scabbard

Located in North Miami, FL

: 19th century Style: Edo, Meiji Place of origin: Japan This 19th century Edo-/Meiji period tantō

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Metal, Copper, Steel, Iron

Antique Japanese Red Lacquer Armor Box

$9,500

H 22.5 in W 34.5 in D 24.5 in

Antique Japanese Red Lacquer Armor Box

Located in Hudson, NY

6-legged armor box made of red lacquer with crest design in gold, and bronze mounted feet. Comes

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Lacquer

Antique Japanese Framed Woodblock Print of Colorful Samurai Armor

$1,600

H 14.5 in W 19 in D 0.5 in

Antique Japanese Framed Woodblock Print of Colorful Samurai Armor

Located in New York, NY

A framed antique Japanese woodblock print with vibrantly colored examples of samurai armor. Eight

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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Paper

Antique Japanese Framed Woodblock Print of Colorful Samurai Armor

$1,600

H 13 in W 19 in D 0.75 in

Antique Japanese Framed Woodblock Print of Colorful Samurai Armor

Located in New York, NY

A framed antique Japanese woodblock print with vibrantly colored examples of samurai armor. Five

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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Paper

Antique Japanese Framed Woodblock Print of Colorful Samurai Armor

$1,600

H 14.5 in W 19 in D 0.75 in

Antique Japanese Framed Woodblock Print of Colorful Samurai Armor

Located in New York, NY

A framed antique Japanese woodblock print with vibrantly colored examples of samurai armor. Five

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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Paper

Antique Japanese Framed Woodblock Print of Colorful Samurai Armor

$1,600

H 14.5 in W 19 in D 0.75 in

Antique Japanese Framed Woodblock Print of Colorful Samurai Armor

Located in New York, NY

A framed antique Japanese woodblock print with vibrantly colored examples of samurai armor. Seven

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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Paper

Antique Japanese Boy's Day Display Suit of Armor

$2,000

H 34 in W 10 in D 10 in

Antique Japanese Boy's Day Display Suit of Armor

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Antique Japanese miniature model of a suit of armor made for the Boy’s day display. Constructed of

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1850s Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Textile, Wood, Lacquer, Paper

Samuraï armor

$29,548

H 64.97 in W 23.63 in D 17.72 in

Samuraï armor

Located in Brussel, BE

Amazing and unique Samuraï armor. Early XXth century. Composed of an iron helmet mounted with large

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Samuraï armor

$29,548

H 64.97 in W 23.63 in D 17.72 in

Samuraï armor

Located in Brussel, BE

Amazing and unique Samuraï armor. End of XIXth century, early XXth century. Nimai do Okegawa gusoku

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Rare Antique Original high Ranking Edo period Samurai armor Yoroi Japan Daimyō

$41,190

H 63 in W 23.63 in D 19.69 in

Rare Antique Original high Ranking Edo period Samurai armor Yoroi Japan Daimyō

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

This complete Edo-period samurai armor is an exceptional example of the refined martial elegance

Category

17th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Metal

Antique Japanese Samurai Suit of Armor, Edo Period, 18th Century

$26,000

H 69.5 in W 23 in D 20 in

Antique Japanese Samurai Suit of Armor, Edo Period, 18th Century

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Antique Japanese Samurai Suit of Armor, Edo period, 18th century. A complete matching set of

Category

18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Metal, Silver, Foil, Iron, Gold Leaf

18th Century, Japanese Edo Period Lacquer & Chain Mail Suit of Samurai Armor

$10,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 55 in W 18 in D 20 in

18th Century, Japanese Edo Period Lacquer & Chain Mail Suit of Samurai Armor

Located in Atlanta, GA

Japanese history with this exquisite 18th-century Edo Period Lacquer & Chain Mail Suit of Armor, a

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18th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf

Suit of Red Lacquer Japanese Fighting Armor of the Late Edo Period

$5,200Sale Price|20% Off

H 44 in W 18 in D 14 in

Suit of Red Lacquer Japanese Fighting Armor of the Late Edo Period

Located in San Francisco, CA

Suit of red lacquer Japanese fighting armour of the late Edo period, (1716-1868). Desirable coral

Category

19th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Rare set of 2 Japanese suits-of-armour, complete with 2 matching folding screens

$62,642 / set

H 72.64 in W 148.67 in D 0.71 in

Rare set of 2 Japanese suits-of-armour, complete with 2 matching folding screens

Located in Amsterdam, NL

. 150 cm. > Yoroi with Nakagawa-kurusu crest: A complete Japanese black lacquered suit-of-armour (yoroi

Category

18th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

Rare Antique Kikko Katabira Armor Jacket Edo Period

$3,500

H 34 in W 54 in D 2 in

Rare Antique Kikko Katabira Armor Jacket Edo Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

A rare and well-preserved Kikko Jacket used traditionally as an under armor by elite Daimyo and

Category

Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

A Tosei Gusoku (Samurai's Armour), 17th Century

$21,274Sale Price|25% Off

H 53.94 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in

A Tosei Gusoku (Samurai's Armour), 17th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Century, this beautiful armour is a 32-plate suji kabuto made of brown-lacquered iron with gilded copper

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17th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Metal, Iron

18th Century Hirate Clan Samurai Armor with Signed Kabuto Helmet

$24,067

H 18 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in

18th Century Hirate Clan Samurai Armor with Signed Kabuto Helmet

Located in Fukuoka, JP

This is a truly exceptional set of 18th century Samurai armor that is sure to impress any collector

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18th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Japanese golden kobako flowers Edo period 18th century

$5,909

H 0.79 in W 0.95 in D 2.49 in

Japanese golden kobako flowers Edo period 18th century

Located in PARIS, FR

of Japanese art, he began collecting Japanese objects such as armour and lacquerware in 1868 – when

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18th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Gold

Fine Japanese Embroidery Silk Fukusa Kabuki Story Meiji Period

$4,000

H 32.5 in W 28 in D 0.2 in

Fine Japanese Embroidery Silk Fukusa Kabuki Story Meiji Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

in Japanese), also armored, holding a long bow and arrows is at his back. They appear to be traveling

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1890s Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Silk

Janetti Father & Sons Japanese Pedestal in Engraved and Painted Bamboo, ca 1880

$2,777

H 44.1 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in

Janetti Father & Sons Japanese Pedestal in Engraved and Painted Bamboo, ca 1880

By Janetti

Located in Roma, IT

citizen born in Florence who created an impressive Japanese collection consisting mainly of armour and

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Brass, Bronze

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Toppai kabuto, Signed Haruta Yoshimasa and dated 1802

Unavailable

H 14.57 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Toppai kabuto, Signed Haruta Yoshimasa and dated 1802

Located in Milano, IT

manufacture of early armour in Japan and, along with the Iwai school, one of the first to be documented. This

Category

Early 19th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Hon-kozane ni-mai do tosei gusoku

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H 19.69 in W 39.38 in D 59.06 in

Hon-kozane ni-mai do tosei gusoku

Located in Milano, IT

originated. According to the Meiko Zukan, the most important antique manuscript about Japanese armor, it was

Category

Late 17th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Japanese Fireman's Gloves

Unavailable

H 22 in W 14.5 in D 4 in

Japanese Fireman's Gloves

Located in New York, NY

Pair of authentic Fireman's Mittens, each style varying in color and length. Visible wear and use.

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19th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Dangae do tosei gusoku A blue-laced samurai armor with cuirass of double style

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H 59.06 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in

Dangae do tosei gusoku A blue-laced samurai armor with cuirass of double style

Located in Milano, IT

Dangae do tosei gusoku A blue-laced samurai armor with cuirass of double style Edo Period, 18th

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18th Century Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Neo MasanobuMogami-do Gusoku. 18th century samurai armor, 18th century. Edo period

Unavailable

H 59.06 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Mogami-do Gusoku. 18th century samurai armor

Located in Zürich, CH

Japanese Armor).

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18th Century Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Early Edo Period Japanese Kanefusa Wakizashi Sword with Papers, 17th Century

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H 26 in W 1.2 in D 0.25 in

Early Edo Period Japanese Kanefusa Wakizashi Sword with Papers, 17th Century

Located in Hampstead, QC

Japanese Wakizashi sword forged and signed by Kanefusa, a blacksmith from one of the great lineages

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Early 17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Metal

Koboshi Kabuto, Samurai Helmet with Standing Rivets Haruta School

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H 13.78 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Koboshi Kabuto, Samurai Helmet with Standing Rivets Haruta School

Located in Milano, IT

an attribution to the Haruta school, one of the oldest armor schools of Japan. As common for high

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17th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Early Muromachi Period Samurai Naoe Shizu Katana with Papers, 14th Century

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H 38.38 in W 1 in D 0.25 in

Early Muromachi Period Samurai Naoe Shizu Katana with Papers, 14th Century

Located in Hampstead, QC

Early Muromachi period Japanese Samurai “Naoe Shizu Katana” (sword). The Muromachi Period in

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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Metal

Decorated and Embossed Silver Dagger

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H 20.48 in W 1.97 in D 1.97 in

Decorated and Embossed Silver Dagger

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Dagger in decorated and embossed silver. The blade has inscriptions and small engraved designs, and the handle and scabbard are decorated with detailed reliefs, possibly inspired by ...

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Mid-19th Century Japanese Baroque Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Silver

Japanese Kimono/Armour Chest

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H 15 in W 23.5 in D 16 in

Japanese Kimono/Armour Chest

Located in London, GB

A superb example of a Kimono chest with a highly unusual motif which is extremely modern in its style.
The whole chest is covered in black and gold lacquer and is bound with ...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Japanese Samurai Warrior Armour, 1920s

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H 64.97 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Japanese Samurai Warrior Armour, 1920s

Located in Paris, FR

Japanese samurai armour with family crest. This armour was made between the Taisho period and the

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Metal

Pair of Abumi, Japanese Samurai Armour Stirrups

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H 9.75 in W 11.75 in D 5.25 in

Pair of Abumi, Japanese Samurai Armour Stirrups

Located in Westmount, Quebec

Pair of Abumi, Samurai Armour Stirrups Made of iron, intricate inlay work in silver and red

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Early 17th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron, Silver

Early 19th Century Japanese Lifesize Armour Display Mannequin

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H 63.78 in W 18.9 in D 10.24 in

Early 19th Century Japanese Lifesize Armour Display Mannequin

Located in Poling, West Sussex

Early 19th century Japanese Life-size Armour display mannequin.We believe that this item was

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Early 19th Century French Anglo-Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Miniature Model of a Suit of Armor

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H 34 in W 10 in D 10 in

Antique Japanese Miniature Model of a Suit of Armor

Located in New York, NY

Japanese miniature model of a suit of armor made for the Boy’s day display. with lacquered paper

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1850s Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Textile

Katchu ShiSpectacular Japanese Samurai Armor in the style of a legendary warrior, c. 1800

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H 64 in W 20 in D 20 in

Spectacular Japanese Samurai Armor in the style of a legendary warrior

By Katchu Shi

Located in Santa Fe, NM

This sumptuous armor was custom made for a samurai of the mid to late Edo period (c.1800

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Early 1800s Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Pair of Lacquer Tables with Leather Samurai Armor Tops

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H 17 in W 28.5 in D 23 in

Pair of Lacquer Tables with Leather Samurai Armor Tops

Located in New York, NY

antique leather 18th-19th century, Japanese Aorigawa. These pieces would hang on each side of a samurai's

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19th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Leather, Wood

Gold Samurai Armor of a Follower of Date Masamune

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H 65 in W 20 in D 20 in

Gold Samurai Armor of a Follower of Date Masamune

By Katchu Shi

Located in Santa Fe, NM

battle. A true piece of history - the armor of a Sendai clan samurai, vassal of Date Masamune, the

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Early 18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Gold Leaf, Iron

Armor of a Nabeshima Clan Samurai by Myochin Munesuke

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H 70 in W 20 in D 20 in

Armor of a Nabeshima Clan Samurai by Myochin Munesuke

By Katchu Shi

Located in Santa Fe, NM

kichijitsu Myōchin Shikibu Ki no Munesuke Bukō Kanda ni oite kore o tsukuru Japan’s Greatest Armorer On a

Category

1690s Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Honkozane Domaru Gusoku. 19th century samurai armor., 19th century. Edo period

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H 59.06 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Honkozane Domaru Gusoku. 19th century samurai armor.

Located in Zürich, CH

The samurai armor described is an exquisite example Japanese craftsmanship from the Edo period

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19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Japanese Hannya Mask

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H 10 in W 6.25 in D 3.5 in

19th Century Cast Iron Japanese Hannya Mask

Located in 3 Oaks, MI

Japan's most revered armor craftsman from several centuries earlier.

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19th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Japanese Samurai Helmet Kabuto Edo Period (1603-1867)

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H 9.63 in W 12.63 in D 13.75 in

Japanese Samurai Helmet Kabuto Edo Period (1603-1867)

Located in Hampstead, QC

later periods became an important part of the traditional armor of the Japanese samurai, the O-yoroi

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Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Pair of Lacquer Tables with Leather Tops

Unavailable

H 17 in W 22 in D 17 in

Pair of Lacquer Tables with Leather Tops

Located in New York, NY

century Japanese Samurai armor box panels, with gold family crests in the center.

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Late 18th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Lacquer, Leather

Utagawa KuniyoshiKuniyoshi, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Great Battle, Samurai, Warrior Art, 1852

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H 14.3 in W 29.53 in D 0.04 in

Kuniyoshi, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Great Battle, Samurai, Warrior Art

By Utagawa Kuniyoshi

Located in London, GB

. No doubt much of the clientele for warrior prints was pedantically knowledgeable on Japanese armour

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Mid-19th Century Other Art Style Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut

Certified Highly Graded 18th Century Yoroi, Suit of Samurai Armor

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H 19.69 in W 21.66 in D 63 in

Certified Highly Graded 18th Century Yoroi, Suit of Samurai Armor

Located in Fukuoka, JP

by the Association for the Research and Preservation of Japanese Helmets and Armor (Nihon Katchu Bugu

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Mid-18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Edo period samurai full set of armor (yoroi) with unique original helmet

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H 60.63 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in

Edo period samurai full set of armor (yoroi) with unique original helmet

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Association for the Research and Preservation of Japanese Armor). Please, note! We will require the official

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Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

Japanese Warrior Armor Yoroi

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H 57.09 in W 22.84 in D 17.72 in

Japanese Warrior Armor Yoroi

Located in Paris, FR

Japanese Warrior Armor Yoroi Edo Era, Late Eighteenth Century. Chin and Bottom of the Skirt in

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Late 18th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Japanese Metal & Red Lacquer Bird Motif Amour Shield Circa 1800 Hachiman Temple

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H 35.375 in W 16.25 in D 7.125 in

Japanese Metal & Red Lacquer Bird Motif Amour Shield Circa 1800 Hachiman Temple

Located in Atlanta, GA

Japanese, circa 1800. This stunning Japanese armor shield mounted to a museum quality iron stand

Category

Early 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Metal

Yoroi Japanese Warrior Armor Taisho Era, 1912-1926

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H 90.56 in W 31.5 in D 23.63 in

Yoroi Japanese Warrior Armor Taisho Era, 1912-1926

Located in Paris, FR

Japanese Warrior Armor Yoroi, Taisho Era, 1912-1926. More than 100 years Armor. Main Blason: Plum

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1910s Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Armor Japanese Samurai Begening of 20th Century from Kyushu Island

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H 90.56 in W 30.32 in D 22.45 in

Armor Japanese Samurai Begening of 20th Century from Kyushu Island

Located in Paris, FR

Japanese Samurai Armor Begening of 20th century. From Kyushu Island. Dimensions base and showcase

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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Samuraï Armor

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H 23.63 in W 31.5 in L 23.63 in

Samuraï Armor

Located in Paris, FR

japanese fabric only use for samuraï armor confection, with solid brass and metal details, armor with

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1920s Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Glass, Wood

Samuraï Armor

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H 90.56 in W 31.5 in L 90.56 in

Samuraï Armor

Located in Paris, FR

Armor Samuraï, ceremonial armor, with handcrafted protections. Under showcase. Exceptional piece

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1910s Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Glass

Edo-period Green-Laced Samurai Suit

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H 58 in W 25 in D 25 in

Edo-period Green-Laced Samurai Suit

Located in New Orleans, LA

available during this renowned period of Japanese history, this complete suit of armor embodies the

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17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Copper, Iron

Samuraï Aochi Armor

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H 90.56 in W 31.5 in D 23.63 in

Samuraï Aochi Armor

Located in Paris, FR

japanese fabrics only use for samuraï armor confection, with solid brass and metal details, warrior armor

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1920s Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Fabric, Glass

Samuraï Yoroi Armor with Hoshikabuto Helmet

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H 60.24 in W 29.53 in D 25.2 in

Samuraï Yoroi Armor with Hoshikabuto Helmet

Located in Paris, FR

Armor Samuraï Yoroi with Hoshikabuto Helmet and Shikoro back neck protect. With Maedate Dragon

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1920s Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Samurai Yoroi Warrior Armor Edo Era

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H 90.56 in W 31.5 in D 23.63 in

Samurai Yoroi Warrior Armor Edo Era

Located in Paris, FR

Samurai warrior armor, very old. Edo era (1600-1868). Warrior armor Samurai Yoroi Kuro’ito

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Mid-18th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Wakizashi Samurai Short Sword Tsunahiro School Circa 1550-1650 by Tsunaie

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H 4 in W 30 in D 4 in

Wakizashi Samurai Short Sword Tsunahiro School Circa 1550-1650 by Tsunaie

By Japanese Studio

Located in Soquel, CA

1550-1650 era Sword from a family of Swordsmiths in the Soshu province of Japan, signed on tang "Soshu

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16th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Wrought Iron

Samurai Yoroi Tosei Armor Gusoku Meiji Era

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H 61.42 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in

Samurai Yoroi Tosei Armor Gusoku Meiji Era

Located in Paris, FR

Armor Samurai Yoroi Tosei Gusoku, from Damyo family. O-mi province, Hiko-né residence, Japan. From

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1890s Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Samurai Armor Yoroï 1880 Hoso-Kawa Family

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H 90.56 in W 31.5 in D 23.63 in

Samurai Armor Yoroï 1880 Hoso-Kawa Family

Located in Paris, FR

Armor Yoroï Samuraï Hoso-Kawa family from Kuma-Moto, on Kyushu island. Meiji Era 1868-1912

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1880s Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Edo Period Samurai Armor Storage Box with Leather Cover

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H 16 in W 16 in D 21.2 in

Edo Period Samurai Armor Storage Box with Leather Cover

Located in Fukuoka, JP

example of Japanese craftsmanship. It is dated to the Mid Edo period, circa 17-18th century, and is in

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17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Leather

Edo Period Samurai Suit Of Armor

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H 57 in W 20.5 in D 28.5 in

Edo Period Samurai Suit Of Armor

Located in New Orleans, LA

. The suit is accompanied by a highly desirable certificate from the Japan Arms & Armour Research

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Late 18th Century Asian Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Copper, Iron

TOPPAI JINGASA EDO PERIOD - 18-19th Century - Japan

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H 19 in Dm 40 in

TOPPAI JINGASA EDO PERIOD - 18-19th Century - Japan

Located in TEYJAT, FR

This is a custom-made historical Japanese hat known as Jinggasa, worn by samurai during the Edo

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Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Leather, Textile, Paper

JINGASA - ICHIMON-GASA EDO Period 19th Century Samurai Helmet Japan

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H 1.97 in Dm 13.78 in

JINGASA - ICHIMON-GASA EDO Period 19th Century Samurai Helmet Japan

Located in TEYJAT, FR

, the exterior covered with black lacquer depicting a brown kamon, a Japanese heraldic badge. The end

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Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Leather, Textile, Wood

Japanese Carved and Lacquered Samurai Sword Stand, Edo Period, circa 1840

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H 18.71 in W 20.87 in D 10.24 in

Japanese Carved and Lacquered Samurai Sword Stand, Edo Period, circa 1840

Located in Prahran, Victoria

A rare, antique Japanese sword stand for the display of samurai swords. It has been decoratively

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1840s Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Wood

A massive Japanese hand cannon ‘Ozutsu Teppo’ of the Tazuke-Ryu School

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H 5 in W 40.75 in D 5 in

A massive Japanese hand cannon ‘Ozutsu Teppo’ of the Tazuke-Ryu School

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

, The weapons and spirit of the Japanese warrior, pp130-131, and I Bottomley & A P Hopson, Arms & Armour

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1840s Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Metal, Gold, Silver

Victorian Dragon Shakudo Plaque Ring

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Victorian Dragon Shakudo Plaque Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

Shakudo is the use of mixed metal alloys and was originally used in Japanese armor and swords

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1880s Victorian Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian Shakudo Mixed Metals Pendant with Bird and Owl Motif

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W 1.5 in L 2.5 in

Victorian Shakudo Mixed Metals Pendant with Bird and Owl Motif

Located in Narberth, PA

Shakudo is the use of mixed metal alloys and was originally used in Japanese armor and swords

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1880s Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Sterling Silver, Shakudo

Victorian Mixed Metals Shakudo Pendant with Bird Motif

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W 1.75 in L 3.25 in

Victorian Mixed Metals Shakudo Pendant with Bird Motif

Located in Narberth, PA

Shakudo is the use of mixed metal alloys and was originally used in Japanese armor and swords

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1880s Victorian Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

14k Gold, Copper, Sterling Silver

18th Century Rare Samurai Yari Saya Scabbard

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H 10.5 in W 1.5 in D 3 in

18th Century Rare Samurai Yari Saya Scabbard

Located in Fukuoka, JP

stunning example of Japanese craftsmanship. It is dated to the Edo period, circa 18th century, and is in

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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Leather

Edo Period Samurai Suit

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H 54 in W 27 in D 19 in

Edo Period Samurai Suit

Located in New Orleans, LA

from the Japan Arms & Armour Research & Preservation Society confirming its authenticity and

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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Copper, Steel, Iron

17th Century Edo Period Rare Lacquer Coated Iron Ressei Menpo

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H 4.73 in W 5.91 in D 9.06 in

17th Century Edo Period Rare Lacquer Coated Iron Ressei Menpo

Located in Fukuoka, JP

of the Samurai armor during the period of the Samurai (1185-1868). Crafted by skilled artisans, the

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Late 17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron

18th C Rare Samurai Katana Sword Storage Case.

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H 1.58 in W 4.78 in D 46.07 in

18th C Rare Samurai Katana Sword Storage Case.

Located in Fukuoka, JP

is a stunning example of Japanese craftsmanship. It is decorated with a gilded crest, which suggests

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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Edo Period Spectacular Samurai Abumi, Stirrups Inlayed with Silver

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H 5.52 in W 9.85 in D 11.82 in

Edo Period Spectacular Samurai Abumi, Stirrups Inlayed with Silver

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Spectacular Samurai Stirrups These spectacular samurai stirrups are a fine example of Japanese

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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Pair of Vintage Fencing Masks

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H 18 in W 8 in D 9.5 in

Pair of Vintage Fencing Masks

Located in Chicago, IL

These two metal-mesh masks have their bibs intact, and stand on custom made display bases. The inclusions of rust only add to their distinguished character.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Iron, Metal

JINGASA from the EDO period, conical Samurai headdress in harikake (paper mache)

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H 7.88 in Dm 12.6 in

JINGASA from the EDO period, conical Samurai headdress in harikake (paper mache)

Located in TEYJAT, FR

Authentic and origina Jingasa from the Edo period, conical Samurai headdress in harikake (paper mache technique) covered with black lacquer depicting a golden diamond-shaped kamon. ...

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Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Paper

JINGASA from the EDO period, Samurai headdress Toppai Jingasa

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H 7.09 in Dm 15.36 in

JINGASA from the EDO period, Samurai headdress Toppai Jingasa

Located in TEYJAT, FR

Authentic and original Jingasa from the Edo period, conical Samurai headdress, called a Toppai Jingasa in wood covered with black lacquer depicting two kamons lacquered in gold repre...

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Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Edo period miniature Samurai sword

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H 13.78 in W 1.5 in D 0.79 in

Edo period miniature Samurai sword

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Exquisite and rare Miniature Samurai sword. Made with great attention to every detail it was most likely meant for Musha Ningyo, Samurai Dolls set. Such exquisite pieces are rare. ...

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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Metal, Copper

Arts & Crafts Large Shakudo Plaque Ring with Flower and Butterfly Motif

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Arts & Crafts Large Shakudo Plaque Ring with Flower and Butterfly Motif

Located in Narberth, PA

Shakudo is the use of mixed metal alloys and was originally used in Japanese armor and swords

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Early 1900s Unknown Arts and Crafts Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

18k Gold, Shakudo

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$50,704

H 16.15 in W 17.33 in D 21.66 in

Aircraft Engine Gold Speaker

Located in Paris, FR

Speaker Aircraft Engine Gold is inspired by radial aircraft engines from early 20th-century radial aircraft engines. Structure in aluminum alloy with 24K gold plated and chrome d...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Aluminum, Gold Plate, Chrome

Grand Mastercraft Designed Three Part Brass & Glass Vitrines or Curio Cabinets

$75,500 / set

H 87 in W 119 in D 18 in

Grand Mastercraft Designed Three Part Brass & Glass Vitrines or Curio Cabinets

By Mastercraft

Located in Dallas, TX

Architecturally-inspired this breathtaking three part brass Curved China cabinet set by Mastercraft, inviting drama into any space. Dedicated to creating hand-constructed furnishings...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Japanese Armour

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Brass

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

$34,275

H 6.3 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Upper Cretaceous, about 70-65 million years ago (Maastrichtian) Morocco The skull is reconstructed in good proportions with fossil pieces found in a phosphate mine in Morocco. I att...

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15th Century and Earlier African Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Bone

Vintage Chinese Eight Panel Coromandel Screen

Sold|~~$4,800~~

H 96 in W 130 in D 0.88 in

Vintage Chinese Eight Panel Coromandel Screen

Located in Houston, TX

Vintage Chinese eight panel coromandel screen composed of wood and lacquer. This screen depicts daily life on one side and a landscape with birds and fauna on the other side.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Gilt Bronze and Sèvres Style Porcelain Louis XVI Style Casket on Stand

$380,962

H 52.37 in W 35.83 in D 24.41 in

Gilt Bronze and Sèvres Style Porcelain Louis XVI Style Casket on Stand

Located in London, GB

Gilt bronze and Sèvres style porcelain Louis XVI style casket on stand This magnificent Louis XVI style ormolu casket is supported by a mirror-topped table stand, which sits on fo...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Ormolu

Late 19th Century Pair of Bronze Atlas Sculptures with Globe & Armillary Sphere, circa 1900

$395,000

H 89 in W 22 in

Late 19th Century Pair of Bronze Atlas Sculptures with Globe & Armillary Sphere

Located in Fredericksburg, VA

This pair of bronze sculptures of Atlas with Globe & Armillary Sphere are of high cast quality. Pairs have sold for over 700,000 Euro. Their condition is excellent for age and has ve...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Bronze

Set of Four Panels decorated with Allegories of art, France, Circa 1865

$68,551 / set

H 70.87 in W 25.01 in D 4.73 in

Set of Four Panels decorated with Allegories of art, France, Circa 1865

Located in PARIS, FR

Set of Four Panels Decorated with Allegories of Arts France Circa 1865 Height. : 180 cm (70,9 in.) ; Width : 63,5 cm (25 in.) ; Depth : 12 cm (4,7 in.) Set of four large painted pane...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Giltwood, Paint

1894 Steinway & Sons Concert Grand Piano, Louis XV Style, Giltwood

On Hold|~~$1,441,948~~

H 42.92 in W 108.27 in D 61.03 in

1894 Steinway & Sons Concert Grand Piano, Louis XV Style, Giltwood

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

This extraordinary concert grand piano with 88 keys was made by the prestigious firm Steinway & Sons around 1894. The case's decoration was entrusted to the company Cuel & Ci...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Japanese Porcelain, Satsuma Tea Set, 23 Pieces

$2,245 / set

H 9.06 in Dm 7.88 in

Japanese Porcelain, Satsuma Tea Set, 23 Pieces

By Japanese Studio

Located in Milano, IT

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1950s Japanese Japonisme Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Alligator Waiter Standing Full Body Mount Taxidermy Ashtray Stand

$1,800

H 25 in W 15 in D 19 in

Vintage Alligator Waiter Standing Full Body Mount Taxidermy Ashtray Stand

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Alligator Waiter Standing Full Body Mount Taxidermy Ashtray Stand. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements (Overall): 25" H x 15" W x 19" D

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Early 20th Century Unknown Rustic Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Wood

Erhard & Sohne Art Nouveau Jugendstil Arts and Crafts Jewelry Box Casket c. 1905

$1,224

H 2.92 in W 4.3 in D 2.76 in

Erhard & Sohne Art Nouveau Jugendstil Arts and Crafts Jewelry Box Casket c. 1905

By Erhard & Söhne

Located in London, GB

A beautiful art nouveau casket made by Erhard and Sohne in Germany in c. 1905. The casket is exquisitely executed with foliate detailing, made in the Gothic revival style in both p...

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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Brass

French early 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and ebonized Fruitwood Boulle box

$118,500

H 17.5 in W 24.75 in D 18.5 in

French early 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and ebonized Fruitwood Boulle box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A highly detailed and most elegant French early 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and ebonized Fruitwood Boulle Marquetry cabinet/trunk. This impressive rectangular trunk is raised ...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Japanese Armour

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Brass, Ormolu

19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed

$16,546Sale Price|50% Off

H 102.37 in W 99.61 in D 72.84 in

19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed

Located in Marbella, ES

This is a wonderful example of a canopy bed from Shanghai Province, China. Made of Chinese Northern Elm, this bed features hoofed feet and multiple floral carvings. The exterior ...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Japanese Armour

Materials

Gold Leaf

18th Century Black French Iron Safe, Antique Cassa Forte

$16,400

H 45.5 in W 35.25 in D 22.5 in

18th Century Black French Iron Safe, Antique Cassa Forte

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A large, antique single-door safe or cassa forte made of hand crafted iron with rivets and bands on the surface and palmettes and rocaille decorations on the front, in good condition...

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Mid-18th Century French Antique Japanese Armour

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Metal, Iron

A Taxidermied Tiger Skin Rug, 20th Century

$22,000

H 7.49 in W 84.65 in D 64.97 in

A Taxidermied Tiger Skin Rug, 20th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Taxidermied Tiger Skin Rug, 1960s Mounted on black felt, with glass eyes. Dimension: Length: 215 cm Width: 165 cm Height: 19 cm. Provenance: Private Australian Collector Acquire...

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20th Century Antique Japanese Armour

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Animal Skin

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios. 19th Century Daybed

$32,000

H 43.31 in W 90.56 in D 30.32 in

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios. 19th Century Daybed

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

This recamier/daybed was conceived and executed with utmost quality and expertise, showing a style that incorporates many influences from the eigtheenth and ninetheenth century. Made...

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Late 19th Century Brazilian Romantic Antique Japanese Armour

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Wood

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Antique Japanese Armour For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique Japanese armour available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and fabric, every antique Japanese armour was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique Japanese armour, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique Japanese armour bearing Folk Art hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique Japanese armour over the years, but those crafted by Katchu Shi and Tsukioka Yoshitoshi are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Japanese Armour?

Prices for an antique Japanese armour can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $355 and can go as high as $99,493, while the average can fetch as much as $9,800.