Japanese firefighter kimono “hikeshi-banten” - Meiji period (1868-1912).

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Japanese firefighter kimono “hikeshi-banten” - Meiji period (1868-1912).

Name: Japanese firefighter kimono “hikeshi-banten” - Meiji period (1868-1912).
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: 83CVOU1DPR
Price: 4200 EUR
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4.200 €

Period 19th century

Style Asian Arts

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APON - Meiji Period (1868-1912).
HIKESHI BANTEN - Japanese firefighter's kimono jacket, made of thick quilted and stitched cotton fabric (sashiko) designed to absorb water and protect the wearer from burns from the flames.

It is decorated using the "tsutsugaki" technique (a freehand resist-dyeing process on an indigo background) with a motif of a samurai brandishing his katana.
Very good overall condition, slight wear at the nape of the neck.

Dimensions: 86 x 115 cm.

Notes: Firefighters played a vital role in the cities of the Edo period, which were regularly devastated by fires. The rudimentary equipment used in their operations meant they were seen as true heroes, ready to sacrifice themselves for the community.

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