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LOT 327

Lot 327

A Suit of Tatami Gusoku Samurai Armour (Collapsible Chainmail) With Chochin Kabuto, Edo Period (1615-1868)

A Suit of Tatami Gusoku Samurai Armour (Collapsible Chainmail) With Chochin Kabuto, Edo Period (1615-1868)
Lot 327 Details
A Suit of Tatami Gusoku Samurai Armour (Collapsible Chainmail) With Chochin Kabuto, Edo Period (1615-1868)

江户时代 (1615–1868) 榻榻米具足(折叠式锁子甲)附提灯形兜盔一套

Full chainmail suit bearing multiple family emblems (mon), guards and jinbaori (vest), with matching fabric and deerskin, the kabuto also in matching collapsible chainmail style; together with storage box and wood armour stand
此套全身锁子甲装饰有多枚精致刺绣家纹(纹章),遍布胸甲及配套服饰。套装包括护具与传统陣羽織(一种穿于甲胄外的无袖战袍),由匹配织物与鹿皮制成,质感考究。附带木制甲架及专用储藏箱,体现收藏与陈列的双重用途。此类华美装饰的锁子甲通常属于高阶武士,象征其武勇与家族传承。
overall including box height 50.4 in — 128 cm

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

Realised: $4,250
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Suit of Tatami Gusoku Samurai Armour (Collapsible Chainmail) With Chochin Kabuto, Edo Period (1615-1868)
  • A Suit of Tatami Gusoku Samurai Armour (Collapsible Chainmail) With Chochin Kabuto, Edo Period (1615-1868)
  • A Suit of Tatami Gusoku Samurai Armour (Collapsible Chainmail) With Chochin Kabuto, Edo Period (1615-1868)
  • A Suit of Tatami Gusoku Samurai Armour (Collapsible Chainmail) With Chochin Kabuto, Edo Period (1615-1868)

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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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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