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LOT 345

Lot 345

A Suit of Samurai Armour (Tetsu Kuro Urushi Okegawa Nimai Dou Gusoku), Early Edo Period, 17th Century

A Suit of Samurai Armour (Tetsu Kuro Urushi Okegawa Nimai Dou Gusoku), Early Edo Period, 17th Century
Lot 345 Details
A Suit of Samurai Armour (Tetsu Kuro Urushi Okegawa Nimai Dou Gusoku), Early Edo Period, 17th Century

Brown/black lacquer three-plate iron zunari kabuto (helmet) with matching hanpo (facial armour) and bronze half-moon maedate (frontal decoration), Edo period; large plain do/dou (breastplate/cuirass), Momoyama period; together with armour stand and storage box
overall including box and stand height 51.2 in — 130 cm

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $3,300
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Suit of Samurai Armour (Tetsu Kuro Urushi Okegawa Nimai Dou Gusoku), Early Edo Period, 17th Century
  • A Suit of Samurai Armour (Tetsu Kuro Urushi Okegawa Nimai Dou Gusoku), Early Edo Period, 17th Century
  • A Suit of Samurai Armour (Tetsu Kuro Urushi Okegawa Nimai Dou Gusoku), Early Edo Period, 17th Century
  • A Suit of Samurai Armour (Tetsu Kuro Urushi Okegawa Nimai Dou Gusoku), Early Edo Period, 17th Century
  • A Suit of Samurai Armour (Tetsu Kuro Urushi Okegawa Nimai Dou Gusoku), Early Edo Period, 17th Century
  • A Suit of Samurai Armour (Tetsu Kuro Urushi Okegawa Nimai Dou Gusoku), Early Edo Period, 17th Century
  • A Suit of Samurai Armour (Tetsu Kuro Urushi Okegawa Nimai Dou Gusoku), Early Edo Period, 17th Century
Note:

This suit is unique in its plain construction and lack of ornamentation, and was likely used in real battle rather than for ceremonial/decorative purposes. The unusually larger breastplate is further indication of its practical nature, likely custom-made for a foot soldier with a large build.

Compare with an example from Bonhams London, November 8, 2018, lot 81

Bonhams London, November 8, 2018, lot 81

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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
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 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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