Japanese all-matching Japanese gold lacquer ô’yoroi (great suit-of-armour)
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Japanese all-matching Japanese gold lacquer ô’yoroi (great suit-of-armour)
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- Dimensions:Height: 63 in (160 cm)Width: 31.5 in (80 cm)Depth: 23.63 in (60 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Taishô period (1912-1926)
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Considering its age in a very good original condition with minimal traces of age and wear, like some minimal lacquer loss. Helmet with one loose loop on the inside. Please look at the photos for a clear condition reference.
- Seller Location:Amsterdam, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: B25121stDibs: LU7165238187222
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