Vintage Japanese Kabuto Helmet Display w/ Lacquered Wood Box
This is a vintage Japanese decorative brass samurai helmet, or kabuto. In the yoshitsune style, it has brass metal maedate. The curled sides, or fukikaeshi, depict floral motifs in metal pieces and the ornament at the top is a dragon. It has an orange pair of silk tassels tied at the base. It can be disassembled. This helmet comes in a black lacquered wooden box that is used as part of the display. In order to help the helmet stand up, there is a small stand as well as a decorative purple cloth to put beneath it.
- Gold, orange, black, green
- Brass, silk cord, wood, lacquer
- C1970
- Kanji on paper box: Specialty kabuto, muromachi helmet
- Item weight: 3400 grams
Packed weight: 4200 grams
- Measurements Approx. [Assembled Height] 60 cm tall; [Lacquer Box] 27 cm long x 39 cm wide x 27 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Lacquer cracking on top edge of lid. Some patina on brass section. Scratches. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
- This item was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
