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Lacquered wood jingasa samurai warrior's hat, armour, Japan

$ 422.4

Availability: 41 in stock
  • Region of Origin: Japan
  • Condition: Some thin cracks in the lacquer on the inside, some tiny chips on the rim on the inside, otherwise very good condition
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Primary Material: Wood or leather
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Color: Brown
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Type: Armor
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Age: 1800-1849

    Description

    Jingasa or flat helmet, slightly domed in the center. Unusual surface of irregular brown lacquer. Near the edge is a family crest in gold, in the shape of the Kaga umebachi crest, which was used by various families.
    The inside plain red lacquer (a richer red than the photos suggest). In the middle the cotton head cushion and one of the chinstraps.
    Core probably wood and leather.
    Japan, Edo period, 19th century.
    Diam. 17 in. (33.4 cm), height ca. 2.75 in. (7 cm).
    Thin cracks in the lacquer on the inside, some tiny chips on the rim on the inside, otherwise very good condition.