Vintage Japanese Kabuto Helmet Display w/Box
This is a vintage Japanese decorative bronze samurai helmet, or kabuto. In the Takeda Shingen style of simple deer antlers, it has gold-painted metal maedate. The curled sides, or fukikaeshi, depict stitching marks as well as a simple diamond design. At the top, instead of an ornament is a mane of long hair made of fine fibers of straw. It has an orange pair of tassels tied at the base. It can be disassembled. It contains a brocade silk red and gold pillow and a wooden panel stating it is the Takeda Shingen style. The original box is included.
- Brown, gold, orange
- Bronze, fabric cord, wood. straw
- C1970
- Item weight: 4600 grams
Packed weight: 5300 grams
- [Helmet] Approx. 23 cm long x 26 cm wide x 24 cm tall, [Pillow] 25 cm long x 33 cm wide x 8 cm tall, [Plaque] 5 cm long x 7 cm wide x 20 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Straw hair a little messy. Box has some damage. 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. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
