Description
About US:
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About The armor:
It Comes with certificate of SupeinNihonto.
ITEM:
Japan, complete tōsei gusoku armor, Edo period
A complete Japanese armor ensemble with a restrained, martial presence, defined by the contrast between glossy black lacquered plates, deep navy lacing, and gilded accents. A sculptural shishi (guardian lion) head crest provides a strong focal point on the kabuto, balanced by the richness of the visible sleeve textiles in blue with gold-patterned weave. Overall, this is a coherent gusoku with a distinctly “classic” visual language and strong display impact.
Technical description
Kabuto
Black-lacquered tōsei helmet with pronounced ribs and a shaped mabizashi, finished with reddish edging/details. The shikoro is built from multiple lames with dense dark-blue lacing and a lower trim in a golden/yellow tone. At the front, a three-dimensional shishi head crest (maedate) is mounted on a metal bracket.
Face protection
Half-mask of Hanpo type in a reddish-brown lacquer, fitted with a laminated yodare-kake and secured with a braided blue front tie.
Dō (cuirass)
Okegawa dō cuirass of horizontally lamed, black-lacquered plates with an even surface and deep gloss. The reverse shows closure hardware and a reinforcing plate, keeping the overall silhouette compact and functional.
Sode and kusazuri
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Sode shoulder guards in lamed construction with dark-blue lacing and finished edges; the kusazuri skirt continues the same vocabulary with overlapping lames and regular tying.
Kote (arm defenses)
Arm defenses combining kusari mail with reddish-brown lacquered plates/splints, integrated over blue textile with gold decorative weave (brocade-like). A circular arm fitting with raised geometric decoration and three gilt-toned triangular bosses is visible.
Suneate (greaves)
Black-lacquered greaves secured by cords. The knee guards are particularly striking, featuring yellow panels with a cell/hexagon-like pattern, creating a strong contrast for display.
Storage box
Included is a Japanese storage box of yoroi bitsu type in black lacquer, with metal fittings and a pronounced, honest surface patina consistent with long-term storage.
Technical sheet
Type: Complete Japanese armor (tōsei gusoku)
Period: Edo
Materials: Lacquered plates (metal), textile lacing, kusari mail, brocade-like decorative textiles, metal fittings
Colors: Black, deep navy, gilded/yellow, reddish-brown
Visible components: kabuto with maedate, mask, dō, sode, kote, kusazuri, suneate, yoroi bitsu box
Condition: Strong overall presentation; age/use wear and patina are visible on textiles and on the storage box, without compromising the ensemble’s aesthetic readability
An authentic samurai armor that will be the central focus of any room where it is placed and that will delight any fan of Japanese art. This exclusive piece is making it an incredible opportunity for any collector of Japanese, war or simply historical art to get their hands on a piece that will attract attention wherever it is displayed, from offices, to private homes, offices or restaurants and will give a regal look to any place. The armour has gilded details that show the quality of the piece. The incredible workmanship accentuates such ornate pieces as the kabuto, the mempo and the Do. The stand to assemble it and the box are included. This armour is sure to delight any collector of Asian art and will be the focal point of any visitor’s home, shop or office. There is a very ancient object and there are damaged by time and tears. Due to the delicacy of continuous assembly and disassembly, returns are not allowed on old armor.
