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About The armor:
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ITEM:
SAMURAI ARMOR (Gusoku – Edo Period)
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1. General Identification
Complete Japanese armor (gusoku) from the Edo period. A visually powerful, coherent set featuring a suji-bachi kabuto and an expressive ressei menpō, with deep black lacquer, indigo lacing, and gold accents that convey authority and elegance.
2. The Kabuto
2.1 Type and Construction
The helmet is a suji-bachi kabuto built from multiple riveted plates. The brown lacquered bowl and the black-lacquered shikoro with indigo cords demonstrate refined Edo craftsmanship.
(Some Edo workshops occasionally incorporated pressed-material techniques beneath the final lacquer finish, a subtle feature seamlessly integrated into the kabuto’s appearance.)
2.2 Maedate
The front bears a large golden sun-disc maedate, a symbol of clarity, authority, and elevated social standing—highly effective in ceremonies and formal displays.
3. The Menpō
A ressei menpō, black-lacquered, with a fierce expression and natural hair moustache and chin tuft. This type of mask was intended to intimidate and remains one of the most visually striking elements of the set.
4. The Dō (Cuirass)
A nimaidō cuirass composed of black-lacquered plates and indigo lacing. The gold accents reinforce its status. The style is perfectly consistent with Edo-period aesthetics.
5. Sode, Kote, Haidate, and Suneate
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Sode: large, lacquered, with gold rivet detailing.
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Kote: chainmail (kusari) combined with lacquered plates on blue fabric.
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Haidate: layered plates offering solid frontal protection.
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Suneate: classic Edo construction with dark lacquer and traditional padding.
6. Condition
Excellent preservation. Lacquer retains shine, lacing is strong, and the facial armor is in superb condition. Suitable for museum display or high-end collection.
7. Japanese Certificate
The armor includes an official certificate from the Nihon Katchū Bugu Kenkyū Hozon Kai, designating it as:
特別貴重資料 – Tokubetsu Kichō Shiryō
(“Special Precious Material”)
The certificate states:
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Era: Edo
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Type: Iyozane nimaidō gusoku
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Kabuto: Edo-period helmet with traditional finishing techniques
Dated June 9th, Reiwa 6 (2024).
8. Historical Context
Throughout the Edo period, full armors remained highly symbolic items of rank. Such gusoku were commissioned by samurai of mid-to-high status, in which this armor’s imposing presence fits perfectly.
9. Sales Summary
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Complete Edo-period gusoku, harmonious and visually impactful.
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Suji-bachi kabuto with golden sun-disc maedate.
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Ressei menpō with natural hair.
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Certified Tokubetsu Kichō Shiryō.
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Outstanding preservation and exceptional display value.
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.
