East Asia, Japan, Edo to Meiji period, ca. 19th century CE. A black, lacquered wood jingasa or camp hat of a shallow circular form with a gilt circle on the brim. The interior is lacquered red with gilt over it. At the center are the remains of leather straps that would have once held padded material to make the hat comfortable. Jingasa hats were worn by Japanese warriors during travel or encampment. Being lacquered, this jingasa was especially convenient as it was both waterproof and lightweight. During the Edo period, jingasa became more decorative, just like other samurai items, as they were increasingly used for display during sankin kotai. Size: 17" W (43.2 cm)

Provenance: private J.H. collection, Beaverton, Oregon, USA, acquired in January 2014; ex-private Onomichi, Hiroshima, Japan collection

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#152037

Three out of the four leather straps on the underside are lost. Small scratches and some wear to the gilt and lacquer, but overall in very nice condition.