Rare Japanese Edo Lacquered Iron Helmet w/ Ears
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Description
East Asia, Japan, Edo Period, ca. 1830 to 1870 CE. A fascinating and incredibly unusual black lacquered Kabuto (helmet) - the hachi comprised of three pieces with an attached maebashi (visor) and shikoro/manju-jikoro (neck protector) both showing perforated borders, and most intriguing - what truly sets this example apart - a pair of attached renderings of human ears protruding from either side. The interior is signed in red, presumably with the name of the warrior and/or maker. Custom stand. Size: 10.75" L x 9" W x 9.5" H (27.3 cm x 22.9 cm x 24.1 cm); 13.875" H (35.2 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: ex Skip Holbrook collection, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA
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#126634
Provenance: ex Skip Holbrook collection, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
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#126634
Condition
A visible dent to the rear end of the helmet. Surface craquelure and losses as shown. Areas of oxidation but signature/inscription on interior is legible.
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Rare Japanese Edo Lacquered Iron Helmet w/ Ears
Estimate $4,000 - $5,000
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