【Important notes】 ・International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These duties are paid to your country's customs office and not to us. Prompt payment of these fees is necessary to ensure delivery of your item. 【Product details】 Step back in time with this authentic Samurai armor from the mid to late Edo period. This intricate set comprises a helmet (kabuto) with a fearsome lion sculpture adorned in lacquer mixed with gold dust, face and neck protectors, body armor with abdominal wrapping, arm protectors, and leg protectors with traditional footwear. The storied wooden box, detailed with red lettering, reveals a rich history of the armor, including dates and names of samurai clans such as Okubo Noto-no-Kami, Hattori Yasuemon, and others, hinting at previous ownership and restorations dating back to the early 19th century. This armor bears the marks of time; with wear, stains, scratches, rust, and significant lacquer peel-off, cracking, and damage. The thigh guards have hanging threads indicating wear, and the box exhibits scratches, woodworm damage, and cracks. the kabuto does not fit into the box. Due to its delicate nature, potential buyers should be prepared for the possibility of condition worsening during shipment. The butterfly joints on the armor are damaged and no longer function as intended. A part of the armor chest's lid has been restored, and the overall state can be reviewed in the photos. While it requires maintenance, it could be a magnificent display piece for collectors who appreciate restoration. This lot will be shipped via FedEx to Sweden, Spain, Denmark, Poland, and the USA, and via EMS to other countries. The stand is not included but is available for an additional 100 euros plus shipping costs. Please consider the detailed images and description carefully before bidding. Dimensions on display: approx. H 150 cm W 60 cm D 55 cm Dimensions of the box: approx. H 57 cm W 50 cm D 50 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!