Armour (1) - Japan - 1800-1850 Edo Period (1600-1868)
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This Japanese wooden samurai saddle (kura), dating to circa 1800–1850, features gold maki-e and nashiji lacquer with cherry-blossom decoration and a Takeda clan crest, and measures 41 × 38 × 28 cm.
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A beautiful Gold Maki-e Lacquer Samurai Saddle ( Kura ) 鞍
Japan, Edo Period (circa 1800–1850)
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This style of wooden saddle,part of an equestrian equipment 馬具 ,is an essential status symbol and military equipment for high-ranking samurai and daimyo cavalry.
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This saddle features an incredibly dense and vibrant background of gold-lacquered floral decorations- cherry blossoms sakura- crafted using traditional Japanese Maki-e and Nashiji techniques.
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Masterfully inlaid at the center of the pommel with a famous family crest representing a stylized four- diamond motif ( Takeda clan) confirming its prestigious Samurai provenance.
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This piece is engraved, deeply carved with two seals which identifies the master and/or workshop .
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Masterfully inlaid at the center of the pommel with a famous family crest representing a stylized four- diamond motif ( Takeda clan, confirming its prestigious Samurai provenance.
.
This kura saddle was published in the past in Japan, in a well-known catalog of a Japanese house, a copy is included .
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Good antique condition with authentic signs of age . The wooden structure remains solid. Features a beautiful dark patina on the exposed wood, with minor lacquer thinning, small chips, anc superficial age cracks typical for agenuine Edo period kura.
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This is a Japanese Art piece, Samurai art .
Edo period .
Seller's Story
🇫🇷 Welcome to Samuraiantiques 🇯🇵
SAMURAI ARTS AND JAPANESE ARTS
Passionate about Japanese culture, I have been collecting items related to Japan—especially Japanese art and samurai artifacts—for over 20 years.
In my Catawiki shop , you will find a wide range of authentic treasures from Japan , in good condition and at affordable prices .
Please feel free to browse my collection , I hope you find something you like .
Thank you for your interest 🙏
Kind regards ,
L . Samuraiantiques
France
Translated by Google Translate A beautiful Gold Maki-e Lacquer Samurai Saddle ( Kura ) 鞍
Japan, Edo Period (circa 1800–1850)
.
This style of wooden saddle,part of an equestrian equipment 馬具 ,is an essential status symbol and military equipment for high-ranking samurai and daimyo cavalry.
.
This saddle features an incredibly dense and vibrant background of gold-lacquered floral decorations- cherry blossoms sakura- crafted using traditional Japanese Maki-e and Nashiji techniques.
.
Masterfully inlaid at the center of the pommel with a famous family crest representing a stylized four- diamond motif ( Takeda clan) confirming its prestigious Samurai provenance.
.
This piece is engraved, deeply carved with two seals which identifies the master and/or workshop .
.
Masterfully inlaid at the center of the pommel with a famous family crest representing a stylized four- diamond motif ( Takeda clan, confirming its prestigious Samurai provenance.
.
This kura saddle was published in the past in Japan, in a well-known catalog of a Japanese house, a copy is included .
.
Good antique condition with authentic signs of age . The wooden structure remains solid. Features a beautiful dark patina on the exposed wood, with minor lacquer thinning, small chips, anc superficial age cracks typical for agenuine Edo period kura.
.
This is a Japanese Art piece, Samurai art .
Edo period .
Seller's Story
🇫🇷 Welcome to Samuraiantiques 🇯🇵
SAMURAI ARTS AND JAPANESE ARTS
Passionate about Japanese culture, I have been collecting items related to Japan—especially Japanese art and samurai artifacts—for over 20 years.
In my Catawiki shop , you will find a wide range of authentic treasures from Japan , in good condition and at affordable prices .
Please feel free to browse my collection , I hope you find something you like .
Thank you for your interest 🙏
Kind regards ,
L . Samuraiantiques
France
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
1
Material
Gold, Lacquer, Wood
Country of origin
Japan
Condition
Good condition, see description
Dynastic style/period
Edo Period (1600-1868)
Height
28 cm
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
Width
41 cm
Depth
38 cm
Attribution
Original
Sold with stand
No
Estimated period
1800-1850
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