Asian Art Online Auction

September 18, 2014

LOT 33

Lot 33

Suit of Samurai Armour, 18th/19th Century

Suit of Samurai Armour, 18th/19th Century
Lot 33 Details
Suit of Samurai Armour, 18th/19th Century

The lacquered helmet of peach-form with a two-lame shikoro (neck guard), the lacquered mempo (face guard) with three-lame throat guard, the do (chest armour) lacquered black, together with separate thigh guards. Wood storage box
total height 52.8" — 134 cm.

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $900
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Suit of Samurai Armour, 18th/19th Century
  • Suit of Samurai Armour, 18th/19th Century

CONDITION DETAILS

box worn and with losses to hinges; armour with wear to lacquering and some losses to laces, especially in shoulder area

LOT 33
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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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