Vintage Japanese Decorative Samurai Armor for Boys' Festival w/Box
This is a vintage miniature samurai armor (Yoroi) set used for display decoration during the Boys' Festival. It is housed in a glossy black lacquered wooden box with gold metal decorative plates. It contains multiple pieces including: Helmet and finials, mask, body piece, draping bottom panels, shoes, shinguards, and a wooden stand. The armor features floral and crane designs and crafted from gold-colored metal pieces and bright orange cords. Overall, this piece is orange, beige, and gold. The box paired with the stand creates the illusion of a seated armored man. It comes with the original paper box.
The Boys' Festival, more modernly called Children's Day, is an annual Japanese holiday on May 5th every year and is celebrated to pray for good health and fortune for growing children.
- Orange, gold, beige, black
- Wood, lacquer, metal, silk fabric
- C1970
- Item weight: 1930 grams
- Packed weight: 2400 grams
- Approx. [Fully assembled suit] 65 cm tall, [Storage box] 26 cm long x 36 cm wide x 23.5 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Some light scratches on black box. Black lacquer cracking around box legs. Paper box lid torn on corners. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
- We acquired this item from the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan.
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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.
