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Place of Origin: East Asian
Samuraï Maeda Armor
Located in Paris, FR
Armor Samuraï Maeda, ceremonial armor
with handcrafted helmet and protects.
Made with original japanese fabrics only use for
samuraï armor confection, ...
Category
1930s Vintage East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Fabric, Glass
Japanese Edo-Period 62-Plate Kabuto 兜 'Helmet' with Long Lacquer Wakidate
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An old and exceptional completely lacquered akoda-nari suji’bachi kabuto (helmet with raised ridges) with a bronze maedate (decorative front piece) shaped like a spade, and mounted b...
Category
18th Century Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze, Copper, Iron
Antique Japanese Fuchi Edo Period Branch Decoration
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Fuchi. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period
Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent
A fuchi is a collar that is mounted at the base of the grip o...
Category
19th Century Edo Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
19th Century Edo-Meiji Period Samurai Tantō Knife/Short Blade Sword and Scabbard
Located in North Miami, FL
19th century Edo-Meiji period samurai Tantō knife/short blade sword and scabbard
By: unknown
Material: iron, metal, paint, steel, leather, wood, lacquer, metal
Technique: forged, ha...
Category
19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal, Copper, Steel, Iron
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 Japanese history ran approximately from 1336 to 1573.
HISTORY: In the Kamakura period ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Other Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
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 of blacksmiths in the Mino region of Japan.
The...
Category
Early 17th Century Edo Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
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 or enthusiast. The patinated iron used in its construction has aged beautifully, giving the armor a truly unique appearance that is sure to catch the eye. The brocade silk and cotton padding used to line the armor not only provide a comfortable fit for the wearer, but also add an extra layer of decorative flair.
One of the most striking features of this armor is the crests of the Hirate samurai clan that adorn it. These crests are a symbol of the clan's identity and heritage, and their presence on the armor speaks to the deep connection between samurai warriors and the clans they belonged to.
The Kabuto...
Category
18th Century Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Edo-period Green-Laced Samurai Suit
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional Moegi Odoshi Nimai-Dou Gusoku (Green Laced Armour), crafted in the 17th century, exemplifies the pinnacle of Edo-period samurai armor design and craftsmanship. Made ...
Category
17th Century Edo Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Copper, Iron
19th Century Chinese Jian Sword with a Double-Edged Metal Blade and Scabbard
Located in North Miami, FL
19th century chinese decorative Jian medium sword with a double-edged metal blade and scabbard
By: unknown
Material: iron, metal, paint, brass, copper, wood, animal skin, zinc
Technique: forged, hammered, painted, gilt, carved, metalwork, hand-crafted, hand-painted, hand-carved
Dimensions: 3 in x 23 in x 1 in
Date: 19th century
Style: Qing
Place of origin: China
This 19th century Chinese Jian sword exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of Qing dynasty decorative weaponry. The double-edged blade, forged from iron, exhibits a quadrangular cross-section and tapers to a sharp point. Its wooden hilt, intricately carved, is complemented by a brass pommel and guard, both featuring delicate chiseled ornamentation. The sheath, a testament to the artisan's skill, is constructed of wood wrapped in animal hide, displaying a distinctive black-and-white spotted pattern that adds texture and visual interest. Brass fittings, including an elaborately decorated chape, two suspension rings, and a locket, secure and embellish the scabbard.
While the Jian was a classical Chinese weapon...
Category
19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal, Copper, Iron, Brass, Zinc
Antique Japanese Fuchi Edo Period Oni Decoration
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Fuchi. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period
Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent
A fuchi is a collar that is mounted at the base of the grip o...
Category
19th Century Edo Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
Japanese Camp Knife, 1960s Japan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic Japanese camp knife with a leather sheath. Blade stamped 'Japan.' Traditional stacked leather handle in black with red and white accent rings. Full tang blade running strai...
Category
1960s Vintage East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
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 craftsmanship. They are made of iron with silver and b...
Category
18th Century Edo Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Silver, Bronze
Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Floral Flowers in Landscape
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Tsuba. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period
Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent
A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housi...
Category
19th Century Edo Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Buddhist Literati in Landscape
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Tsuba. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period
Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent
A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housi...
Category
19th Century Edo Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
Antique Japanese Fuchi Edo Period Gold Decoration
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Fuchi. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period
Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent
A fuchi is a collar that is mounted at the base of the grip o...
Category
19th Century Edo Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Gold
Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Chinese Coins, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Tsuba. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period
Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent
A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housi...
Category
19th Century Edo Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Buddhist Clouds in Silver, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Tsuba. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period
Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent
A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housi...
Category
19th Century Edo Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
China Pair Hand Carved "Long Swords" with Custom Presentation Case
Located in South Burlington, VT
An opportunity to acquire a handsomely cased duo (2) of monumental hand carved stone swords or sabers from China. These are no ordinary swords. These unusual swords were probably int...
Category
20th Century East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Limestone
Chinese Woven Bamboo Foot Soldier's Helmet, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
This conical woven hat originates from 19th century China and is expertly crafted entirely of bamboo. The outside consists of slivers of bamboo woven together with rattan strips, sec...
Category
Early 19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bamboo
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 ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Baroque Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Silver
Tibetan lamellar iron armor
Located in Milano, IT
The Tibetan lamellar iron armor with dark patina, provided with shoulders and helmet, can be traced back to the 17th-18th centuries and is in excellent condition. It belonged to a pr...
Category
16th Century Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
20th Century Chinese Zhongzheng/Chengren Commemorative Short Sword and Scabbard
Located in North Miami, FL
20th Century chinese Zhongzheng/Chengren military commemorative short sword and scabbard gifted by Chiang Kai-shek
By: unknown
Material: iron, metal, paint, bronze, copper, wood, sh...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Iron
Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Buddhist Literati in Landscape, 19th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Tsuba. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period
Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent
A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housi...
Category
19th Century Edo Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
Khitan Liao Dynasty Gold Clad Horse Trappings, 10th-11th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A wonderful and rare set of Khitan Liao gold clad copper alloy repousse horse trappings, featuring thirteen pieces on a modern museum display mount, Liao Dynasty...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Tang Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Copper, Gold
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This Louis-Philippe period table lectern in cherrywood resting on four turned legs, has three positions for three different reading angles.
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1840s Louis Philippe Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
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Located in Rochester, NY
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Located in CARLTON, AU
Elegant and sacred, rare look was its amazing wave textures. This beautiful piece with refined details shows a great stillness, which was made during edo period and executed with Jap...
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Cross of Caravaca 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
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Imperial Japanese Army Type 19 Company Grade Kyu-Gunto or Officer’s Dress Sword
Located in Milford, NH
A nice example of an Imperial Japanese Army Type 19 Company Grade Kyu-Gunto or Officer’s Dress/Parade Sword with saya (scabbard), a design approved circa 1886. The blade is possibly an heirloom blade, dating to early Shinto or late Koto Period. Original ubu (tang), mumei (unsigned), notare (blade pattern or hamon) is mostly nioi based (hazy finish), tight hada (grain pattern)- possibly koitame or komokume, mune (back side of the blade) takashi (high back), yashuri mei (file marks) are Taka No Ha (Feathers of the Hawk), the Kojiri (end cap of the scabbard) is chestnut shaped, and the blade has a Tori-Zori curvature. Very good overall condition, with minor surface losses and imperfections, and light wear commensurate with age and use. Dimensions: Blade Length: 23 5/16 in; Blade with Tang: 28.75 in; Scabbard: 26 5/16; Length of sword with hilt: 30.13 in; Overall Length of Sword & Scabbard: 32.5 in. A great addition to any military collection...
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JINGASA from the EDO period, conical Samurai headdress in harikake (paper mache)
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JINGASA from the EDO period, Samurai headdress Toppai Jingasa
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Located in TEYJAT, FR
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Jingasa, flat-shaped Samurai headdress made of wood, the exterior covered with black lacquer depicting a brown kamon, a Japanese heral...
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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 period (1603-1868), around the 18th to 19th century. Within the category of Jingasa, t...
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Late 18th Century Edo Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
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Leather, Textile, Paper
Edo Period Samurai Suit
Located in New Orleans, LA
This complete nerikawa Kaga gusoku samurai suit of armor dating to the 18th century represents a stunning fusion of functional design and intric...
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18th Century Edo Antique East Asian Arms, Armor and Weapons
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Copper, Steel, Iron
A massive Japanese hand cannon ‘Ozutsu Teppo’ of the Tazuke-Ryu School
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
This Edo period 26mm bore or 30 ‘Monme’ matchlock carbine is intricately inlaid with gold and silver wires showing the Immortal Tekkai Senin blowing his soul out of his body in order to meet his master on Mount Hu. The lower section has the mon (crest) of the ‘Maru Ni Kuginuki’ clan and the signature ‘Tomioka Sahaiji Yoshihisa’. The stock is carved out of Japanese oak. Edo Period 1615-1868, circa 1840.
Length: 40¾ in (103.5cm) Weight approx. 26 lb (11.8kg)
Literature: see C Sinclaire, Samurai, The weapons and spirit of the Japanese warrior, pp130-131, and I Bottomley & A P Hopson, Arms & Armour of the Samurai, pp.124-125, for other examples of Japanese inlaid hand cannon...
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Located in North Miami, FL
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By: unknown
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Located in Fukuoka, JP
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This fine Samurai Katana storage container is a stunning example of Japanese craftsmanship. It ...
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Located in Fukuoka, JP
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