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Lot 74:
Antique Edo Period Japanese Samurai Suit of Armour
Edo period (1600-1868) authentic samurai armour all complete with a hitsu or storage box, this Mid-Edo armor is in very good condition. The Ni-mai Dou (two-pieces cuirass) is all iron and shows a beautiful blue-lacing and a nice color. The kabuto (helmet) is a Momonari type, inspired by the encounters between the samurais and the European merchants and soldiers back in the 1500s-1600s. The Sode, or side shoulders protection, are all iron and silk, and shows high grade lacing called Kebiki. The Menpo, or face protector, is all iron and shows a very keen expression. The red samurai’s clan Kamon Maedate (decoration in front of kabuto) completes this nice armour worthy of any great samurai armour collectors. Circa 1750-1800. Black base not included.
Condition: Although care is taken to photograph and describe the item, absence of a condition report does not imply perfect condition. It is the responsibility of the buyer to verify the condition of the item, either in person during our viewing hours prior to auction or through requested condition reports. All bids are final and are subject to our terms and conditions.
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