Antique Japanese Samurai Lacquer Jingasa Helmet

Japanese: Samurai: Armor Pre 1900: item #820290
5697

It dates around 19th century, antique Japanese Jingasa hat with exquisite makie lacquer work on the reverse in the motif of various crests and bear's hair on the top. Overall condition is fine with some losses to the hair and sine small metal hook is slight loose.

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Shibuchi Kozuka with Gold & Silver Inlays, Edo Period

Japanese: Samurai: Sword Fittings Pre 1837 VR: item #819774
BB97

DESCRIPTION: A Japanese kozuka crafted from a brown shibuichi alloy (silver and copper), the design incorporating kata-kiri-bori engraving and inlaid gold, silver, and shakudo (gold and copper alloy) in high relief depicting an egret and a bulbul bird perched on a riverside branch gazing at the moon. Unsigned, very good quality and condition, c. 1770 – 1820. DIMENSIONS: 4" long (10 cm).

Japanese Shibuichi Kozuka with Peony Blossom, 18th C.

Japanese: Samurai: Sword Fittings Pre 1800: item #818021
BB99

DESCRIPTION: A well patinated shibuichi (silver and copper alloy) kozuka with gold, silver, copper and shakudo flat inlays and kata-kiri-bori engraving, featuring a design of a peony plant with butterflies. Kaga Province, c. 1700 – 1740; unsigned, good quality and condition. DIMENSIONS: 3 ¾” long (9.5 cm).

Pair of Japanese Copper Menuki, Edo Period, 18th C.

Japanese: Samurai: Sword Fittings Pre 1800: item #818000
BB118

DESCRIPTION: Pair of menuki in the form of citrus fruits with textured skin crafted from a copper base, hand worked and engraved, with shakudo (copper alloy) leaves and silver dew-drops. C. 1720 – 1760, unsigned, very good work and condition. DIMENSIONS: Each 1” wide (2.5 cm).

Samurai Kamishimo in Tan Color

Japanese: Samurai Pre 1900: item #798809

This is “kataginu” (shoulder cloth), only the upper vest of kamishimo without a trouser. Kami-shimo simply means top and bottom in Japanese. It was a high ranking samurai’s formal attire when they attended official meetings at the Edo castle. It was worn over kosode (kimono with small sleeves) with trousers. The shoulders are arch shaped and this was the style that developed in the late Edo period (1603-1868). Longer trousers (approx. 1.5 times longer) were chosen for special occasions.... Click for details

Samurai Kamishimo in Moss Green

Japanese: Samurai Pre 1900: item #798804

This is “kataginu” (shoulder cloth), only the upper vest of kamishimo without a trouser. Kami-shimo simply means top and bottom in Japanese. It was a high ranking samurai’s formal attire when they attended official meetings at the Edo castle. It was worn over kosode (kimono with small sleeves) with trousers. The shoulders are arch shaped and this was the style that developed in the late Edo period (1603-1868). Longer trousers (approx. 1.5 times longer) were chosen for special occasions.... Click for details

Antique Ainu Wood Makiri sheath knife Sword

Japanese: Samurai: Swords Pre 1920: item #791866
5508

Estimated from 19th to early 20th century, antique Ainu Makiri sheath knife with exquisite carving in the ainu motif. It has sign by an artist, Kiyokawa. Overall condition is very good with fine patina.

The sheaths of makir knives were carved ususually from topeni (maple),neshiko (walnut) and other woods. Owners carved personal patter... Click for details

Antique Ainu Wood Makiri sheath knife Sword

Japanese: Samurai: Swords Pre 1920: item #791865
5509

Estimated from 19th century, antique Ainu makiri Makiri sheath knife with exquisite carving in the ainu motif and antler' toggle. Overall condition is very good with fine patina.

The sheaths of makir knives were carved ususually from topeni (maple),neshiko (walnut) and other woods. Owners carved personal patterns distinctive of the Ai... Click for details

Antique Ainu Katana Ceremonial Sword

Japanese: Samurai: Swords Pre 1920: item #791548
5519

Estimated from 19th century, very rare Ainu ceremonial sword made of wood, metal decoration, and glass beads. The condition is good with aged worn and patina. This does not have a blade. Highly collectible article.

Stock Number:5519
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Antique Ainu Japanese Katana Sword

Japanese: Samurai: Swords Pre 1920: item #791542
5520

Estimated from late 19th century, highly collectible and very rare Ainu ceremonial sword made of wood with copper decoration. Blade does not come with this article. Overall condition is good with aged worn and patina.

Stock Number:5520
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