What does a samurai mask represent?

What a samurai mask represents depends on its design. Some depict mythological beasts or fierce animals. The purpose of the masks was to intimidate or terrify a samurai's opponent. You'll find a collection of samurai masks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Why did samurai wear demon masks?

Japanese Samurai warriors wore masks that portrayed demons and fearsome animals as a way to intimidate their opponent. The mask also provided protection for their face. Shop a collection of samurai masks from top sellers on 1stDibs.

Samurai Armor Mask

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Furred Samurai Armor Mask 'Shokumō Menpō', 19th Century

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H 13.78 in W 3.94 in D 7.88 in

Furred Samurai Armor Mask 'Shokumō Menpō', 19th Century

Located in Milano, IT

The mask is built in two parts and the nose can be detached. The entire surface of the menpo and

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Arms, Armor and Weapons

Fearsome Samurai Face Armour

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H 6 in W 8 in D 5 in

Fearsome Samurai Face Armour

Located in Summerland, CA

Fearsomely expressive Iron "Mempo" Samurai face armour. These masks were used to

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Masks

Set of Japanese Samurai Helmet (kabuto) and Mask, Signed Muneharu, 19th Century

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H 13.78 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Set of Japanese Samurai Helmet (kabuto) and Mask, Signed Muneharu, 19th Century

Located in Milano, IT

Both helmet and mask signed “Muneharu” with kao. The helmet with an elegant shape and hammered

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Arms, Armor and Weapons

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Iron

Munechika Ryubu Menpo Half Mask for Samurai Armor

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H 13.78 in W 9.06 in D 5.52 in

Munechika Ryubu Menpo Half Mask for Samurai Armor

Located in Milano, IT

Munechika ryubu menpo. Half mask for samurai armor. Late Edo period (1615 - 1867)-19th century

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Antique 19th Century Metalwork

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Iron

Ryūbu Menpō Half Mask for Samurai Armor, Kaga Myōchin School, 17th Century

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H 13.78 in W 7.88 in D 3.94 in

Ryūbu Menpō Half Mask for Samurai Armor, Kaga Myōchin School, 17th Century

Located in Milano, IT

Ryubu menpo Half mask for samurai armor with “noble” expression Kaga Myochin school, early Edo

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Antique 17th Century Japanese Metalwork

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Iron

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