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December 13, 2010

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LOT 161

Lot 161

Complete Suit of Samurai Armour, Edo Period, 19th Century

Complete Suit of Samurai Armour, Edo Period, 19th Century
Lot 161 Details
Complete Suit of Samurai Armour, Edo Period, 19th Century

Byo Toji Do Gusoku Armour. The helmet consisting of a five-lame shikoro (neck guard) with maedate (crest) in the form of a gold double gourd, lacquered mempo (face guard) with falcon nose and hair mustache, the do (chest armour) decorated in black lacquer with black upper plates, separate thigh guards. Box and stand
total height 55.1" — 140 cm.

Estimate $3,500-$4,000

Realised: $3,360
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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