ABOUT US: At Supein Nihonto we strive to bring you high quality samurai swords and armors at prices far below the competition. We are probably the largest exporter in Europe and we are proud to anunce that we are number one TOP SELLER in Catawiki Samurai and Japanese auctions. This is especially important to save on taxes and waiting times that can exceed four months deliveries with Japanese sellers also headaches with tedious and sometimes problematic processes that further lengthen deliveries, even returning the parcel to its origin and more than 35% extra on the final price due the customs, tariffs and fees that increase the product but not the quality and the future resell. We are also professional sellers and therefore our satisfaction guarantee, knowledge and standards are superior to private sellers and with higher after sales guarantees. Thanks to this and the lowest professional prices in the industry plus our fast and efficient shipping method which rarely exceeds three days delivery in Europe, we are sure you will enjoy this great opportunity to own a piece of art that will appreciate in value for years to come and a great investment. Trust us to enjoy the samurai art. See my other samurai objects clicking on my seller`s name! ITEM: Japanese Edo-period Samurai Armor with Nanban Kabuto Complete tōsei gusoku and strong nanban character Magnificent Edo-period Japanese samurai armor presented as a complete tōsei gusoku, distinguished by an exceptional nanban kabuto that gives the entire ensemble a rare and highly desirable identity, well beyond that of a standard display armor. The helmet, a nanban type kabuto (nanban-bachi), features a bold rounded profile, riveted construction, and a foreign-influenced aesthetic fully reinterpreted within samurai armor design. This nanban taste—developed in Japan through contact with the West (especially Portuguese and Spanish influences)—is not a minor stylistic detail; it is a statement of status and connoisseurship. It gives the armor a rarer, more sophisticated, and far more collectible silhouette. The hachi is visually striking, with ornamental rivetwork, raised curvilinear and rosette motifs, a worked top fitting, and a large frontal maedate in the form of a lobed disc with cruciform motif, delivering a strong and elegant frontal reading. The ensemble is completed by decorated fukigaeshi and a broad shikoro of excellent proportion and fall, laced in dark blue, enhancing the helmet’s dramatic display presence. The face armor, lacquered in dark brown to match the kabuto, is fitted with applied moustache and chin tuft, creating a severe ceremonial expression with substantial visual impact. The interplay between the brown lacquer of the helmet and menpō and the deep black lacquer of the body armor creates a refined contrast, further enriched by the visible purple textile at the neck. The dō, in black lacquer and lamellar/laminated construction, presents a compact, aristocratic visual structure. Cream-toned odoshi bands across the chest and waist introduce rhythm and an elegant chromatic break against the dark body of the armor. The kusazuri is broad and well proportioned, maintaining a strong enveloping silhouette and excellent formal presence. The sode are large, deep, and fully coherent with the set, with black lames, dark blue lacing, and refined gilt ornamental detailing along the upper edges. In profile, they deliver the classic high-ranking armor silhouette with volume and authority. The kote combine kusari (mail), textile, and lacquered rigid elements in a robust and sophisticated construction, preserving material and visual continuity across the full armor. Matching suneate are also present, visible in the photographs, with light textile ties and dark lacquer finish. The back retains its sashimono holder, an essential detail in an armor of this category, both for visual completeness and for display value in a serious collection. This is exactly the kind of armor that performs where major pieces should perform: in a serious collection, reception hall, library, executive office, or a carefully designed interior. It is not a generic decorative suit; it is a piece with presence, historical reading, and collector-grade aesthetic strength, defined by a remarkable Edo nanban kabuto. Sales summary Type: Japanese samurai armor (tōsei gusoku) Period: Edo Key feature: Nanban kabuto / nanban-bachi Kabuto: Rounded riveted hachi with ornamental raised/riveted decoration Maedate: Lobed disc with cruciform motif Fukigaeshi: Decorated with floral motif Shikoro: Broad black lames with dark blue lacing Menpō: Dark brown lacquer with applied moustache and chin tuft Dō: Black lacquer, lamellar/laminated construction Kusazuri: Multiple sections, broad skirt Sode: Large matching shoulder guards with ornamented upper edges Kote: Kusari, textile, and lacquered rigid elements Suneate: Pair present Rear section: Sashimono holder preserved Visual condition: Excellent overall presentation with age-consistent patina and wear A 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. There is a possibility that parts may have been added later or that restoration occurred. Due to the delicacy of continuous assembly and disassembly, returns are not allowed on old armor.