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JAPAN - Edo Period (1603-1868).
Half-mask of a samurai known as a "Mempo," made of wrought iron with a matte black lacquer finish (minor losses).
The mask features a pronounced chin, a movable nose, a prominent mustache and goatee made of brown horsehair, pierced nostrils, a red lacquered upper lip, visible upper and lower teeth, and a sweat hole under the chin.
The interior is lacquered red (the color red was intended to inspire courage and conceal blood).
The mask has a four-tiered "Yodare-kake" (gore) with glossy black lacquer and blue silk braiding, and a glossy black lacquered reverse.
Dimensions: 22 x 18 x 11 cm.
Sold with its stand.
Dimensions with stand: 33.5 x 18 x 13.2 cm.
Ref: YFQTVSP85J
| Condition | Very good |
| Style | Asian Arts (Uniforms, armor of Asian Arts Style) |
| Period | 18th century (Uniforms, armor 18th century) |
| Country of origin | Japan |
| Shipping Time | Ready to ship in 2-3 Business Days |
| Location | 93400, saint ouen , France |
| Shipping Information | Careful and insured shipping, fast shipping |
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