Waddington's

Asian Art Auction, Session 1

June 06, 2011

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LOT 103

Lot 103

Complete Suit of Samurai Armor, 19th Century

Complete Suit of Samurai Armor, 19th Century
Lot 103 Details
Complete Suit of Samurai Armor, 19th Century

The helmet of peach-form with a three-lame shikoro (neck guard) with maedate (crest) in the form of a mother-of-pearl inlay closed fan, the lacquered mempo (face guard) with five-lame throat guard, the do (chest armour) lacquered with brown upper plates, together with separate thigh guards. Box and stand
total height 63" — 160 cm.

Estimate $3,500-$4,500

Realised: $3,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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