Facial protection called Mempo - Japan - Edo period (1603-1868)

Facial protection called Mempo - Japan - Edo period (1603-1868)
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Facial Guard called Mempo, Japan
Edo Period (1603-1868) Iron, lacquer, silk, horsehair H: 23 cm; W: 15.5 cm

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Mempo of the "me no shita men" type, with a horsehair mustache, red lacquered upper and lower lips, and teeth with traces of gilding.
Mengu composed of two or four gold lacquered strips.
Red lacquered interior.

Ref.: 7575

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Style Asian Arts (Uniforms, armor of Asian Arts Style)
Period 19th century (Uniforms, armor 19th century)
Country of origin Japan
Shipping Time Ready to ship in 2-3 Business Days
Location 93400, Saint-Ouen, France
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