Antiques, Decorative and Fine Arts Auction

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Lot 140: Antique Japanese Kendo Woven Bamboo or Wicker Practice Helmet Mask

2026-04-25T15:00:00Z

Start price: CAD $50

Lot 140:

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Antique Japanese Kendo Woven Bamboo or Wicker Practice Helmet Mask

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Start price: CAD $50

Description

An antique Japanese kendo-style practice helmet, constructed of hand-woven bamboo or wicker with leather reinforcement, reflecting a traditional variant of protective headgear used in sword training. 

Details
Object Type: Kendo-style helmet 
Origin: Japan
Materials: Bamboo, leather, textile padding
Dimensions: 14 × 10 in. (35.6 × 25.4 cm approx.)
Construction: Hand-woven bamboo with leather reinforcement
Condition:
Overall good condition with wear consistent with age.
Catalogue Note
The helmet forms part of the traditional armour (bogu) used in Japanese kendo, itself derived from earlier martial training practices.