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

$5,200
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£3,948.48
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€4,515.39
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CA$7,265.15
CA$9,081.4420% Off
A$8,080.44
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CHF 4,219.35
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MX$98,330.33
MX$122,912.9120% Off
NOK 53,887.58
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About the Item

Suit of red lacquer Japanese fighting armour of the late Edo period, (1716-1868). Desirable coral red lacquer is original and unrestored. Composed of a helmet, (Kabuto) breast plate (Do) and shoulder, arm protection (chainmail). Displayed with a later recreation expressive face plate of modern manufacture (nose, mustache). Also displayed with (photos 3 & 4) a period red lacquer partial face plate (Hambo) with replacement throat guards. All of the assembled parts are of same age, quality and color. Old silk and linen sleeve and helmet linings decayed or shredding. The Meiji period wood or lacquer three leg temple stand is display and not included. Very original unrestored lacquer surfaces with old scars chips and losses.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 44 in (111.76 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800-1850
  • Condition:
    Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. A composite suit of antique japanese fighting armor in unrestored condition. Assembles and displays well over a wooden display frame.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: 1409151049441

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