Kabuto (1) - Edo - Japan
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Description from the seller
This is a Japanese samurai helmet from the Edo period.
The Kabuto is called Zunari Kabuto 頭形兜.
There are kanji characters engraved in the center, but I don't know exactly what they are.
The Zunari Kabuto 頭形兜 is a type of helmet thought to have emerged at the end of the Heian period.
It is believed to have originated from a different lineage than the Musuji Kabuto.
It was widely used from the Sengoku period onwards. As the name suggests, the shape of the helmet bowl is most distinctive, resembling a human head. Shikoro could have been added later.
The Zunari Kabuto was apparently called a Hat Kabuto in ancient times, and traces of its existence can be traced back to the Heian period.
The Zunari Kabuto helmets of that time are thought to have been shaped similarly to what is now called the Kotogata helmet, and were called the Sanmai Kabuto (three-plate hat helmet) and Gomai Kabuto (five-plate hat helmet), names that seem to indicate the number of plates on the joint.
It has some dirt, scratches, tears, fading, stains, damage, and holes. It may have been repaired in the past.
HEIGHT 25.8 cm
WIDTH 28.5 cm
DEPTH 30.4 cm
WEIGHT 1110 g
※Thank you very much for viewing our product. This item is free shipping. There is no shipping charge. Thank you for your consideration.
Condition:
It is in fair condition considering it is from that time, but it does have dirt, scratches, tears, fading, stains, and damage appropriate to its age. The shikoro may have been restored
There are many photos, so please check them carefully before purchasing.
Atention:
The items listed for sale are all used collectibles. Please consider them to have signs of aging, such as stains, scratches, scuffs, tears, discoloration, fading, fraying, and changes in thread color. We will post as many photos as possible to make it easy to understand. As these are old items, we appreciate your understanding before making a purchase.
Shipping:
The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan.
We will use either DHL or FedEx for a safe and secure transportation. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for delivery, and the package will be shipped with a tracking number.
Import duties, taxes, VAT, and any other charges are not included in the item price and shipping cost. Please check your country's import duties before bidding.
050921500513
Seller's Story
Thank you very much for showing interest in the item. I have been working as an antique dealer in Japan for about 10 years. I have visited around 10,000 customers' homes to procure items. The items I am selling on Catawiki are sourced from all over Japan. Based on my past experiences, I search for and list items with good taste. Please check out my sales page and enjoy browsing through the various other items I have listed.
This is a Japanese samurai helmet from the Edo period.
The Kabuto is called Zunari Kabuto 頭形兜.
There are kanji characters engraved in the center, but I don't know exactly what they are.
The Zunari Kabuto 頭形兜 is a type of helmet thought to have emerged at the end of the Heian period.
It is believed to have originated from a different lineage than the Musuji Kabuto.
It was widely used from the Sengoku period onwards. As the name suggests, the shape of the helmet bowl is most distinctive, resembling a human head. Shikoro could have been added later.
The Zunari Kabuto was apparently called a Hat Kabuto in ancient times, and traces of its existence can be traced back to the Heian period.
The Zunari Kabuto helmets of that time are thought to have been shaped similarly to what is now called the Kotogata helmet, and were called the Sanmai Kabuto (three-plate hat helmet) and Gomai Kabuto (five-plate hat helmet), names that seem to indicate the number of plates on the joint.
It has some dirt, scratches, tears, fading, stains, damage, and holes. It may have been repaired in the past.
HEIGHT 25.8 cm
WIDTH 28.5 cm
DEPTH 30.4 cm
WEIGHT 1110 g
※Thank you very much for viewing our product. This item is free shipping. There is no shipping charge. Thank you for your consideration.
Condition:
It is in fair condition considering it is from that time, but it does have dirt, scratches, tears, fading, stains, and damage appropriate to its age. The shikoro may have been restored
There are many photos, so please check them carefully before purchasing.
Atention:
The items listed for sale are all used collectibles. Please consider them to have signs of aging, such as stains, scratches, scuffs, tears, discoloration, fading, fraying, and changes in thread color. We will post as many photos as possible to make it easy to understand. As these are old items, we appreciate your understanding before making a purchase.
Shipping:
The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan.
We will use either DHL or FedEx for a safe and secure transportation. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for delivery, and the package will be shipped with a tracking number.
Import duties, taxes, VAT, and any other charges are not included in the item price and shipping cost. Please check your country's import duties before bidding.
050921500513
Seller's Story
Thank you very much for showing interest in the item. I have been working as an antique dealer in Japan for about 10 years. I have visited around 10,000 customers' homes to procure items. The items I am selling on Catawiki are sourced from all over Japan. Based on my past experiences, I search for and list items with good taste. Please check out my sales page and enjoy browsing through the various other items I have listed.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Total nr of items
1
Material
Zunari Kabuto 頭形兜, Steel, Cast iron
Country of Origin
Japan
Condition
Fair condition, see description
Height
25.8 cm
Provenance
Private collection
Width
28.5 cm
Depth
30.4 cm
Weight
1110 g
Style
Edo
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