Original Japanese hand forged iron jingasa (war hat) in momonari style, translating to a peach-shaped war hat. The momonari jingasa as well as kabuto (helmet) were good at bufferinf the effect against direct attacks from weapons.

Age: Edo period 1603 - 1868

Dimensions: 12" wide x 13" long x 5 7/8" high

A fine Ni Mai Do Gusoku which features a 12 plate kabuto with Teppo-boshi rivets surrounding a finely worked Tehen kanamono. Prominent Fukigaeshi covered in printed leather with mimi-ito (both matching the leather, piping and lacing of the armor) curve back from the four broad plates in black lacquer forming the Manju-shikoro. The helmet is signed Nakahachiman Minamoto Yoshikazu Saku and dated the second month of Ansei Roku (1859) when the country was in the throes of revolution and war...

Samurai Somen (Japanese full iron face mas) A fantastic metal art form with the whole surface has developed into a deep russet iron finish. The metal has been carefully and masterfully worked to create wrinkles in the forehead, nose and cheeks. There are rope shaped eyebrows and fierce looking eyes. The mask is made up of five forged pieces that are riveted together...

Spectacular Samurai Stirrups

These exquisite samurai stirrups showcase Japanese craftsmanship and military history. Made of iron with silver and brass inlay, they feature a lacquered wood interior and remain in excellent condition despite their age. Designed for stability in battle, they were both functional and a status symbol among samurai...

Antique red lacquered cinnibar sword stand, traditionally used for displaying a katana. The surface is adorned with intricate carved cinnabar lacquer patterns, featuring swirling cloud motifs on the base and finely etched geometric patterns along the upright support. Some losses to the lacquer, overall in stable condition.

Age: Edo period 1603 - 1868

Dimensions: 27" high x 9" x 12"

Antique Japanese samurai horagai, conch shell trumpet made from the shell of Charonai Tritonis and outfitted with a wooden mouthpiece. Horagai were used by samurai during war times to communicate location to each other over mountain terrain. They are also closely associated with Yamabushi, warrior monks of the Shugendo tradition. The Japanese conch shell horagai is special in that it can produce a range of 3 to 5 different notes...

This unusual me-no-shita type (half face, literally “under the eyes”) samurai mask features a fine hammered surface that is embossed to create lengthy, deep, and sharp wrinkles across the entire face. The nose is rather large, and the chin has a very rare natural split indicating samurai had this as well as is indication menpo made by Myōchin armorers.

Age: Edo period 18th Century

Dimensions: 7" wide 9" long

Rare antique Japanese folded panel iron jingasa samurai hat. Featuring a overlapping and rivit folded panel construction, giving it a distinct ridged appearance. Has a striking silhouette of what could be mount Fuji.
The segmented design reinforces the structure while keeping the helmet lightweight for mobility...

This contemporary Japanese samurai-style tatami dou (folding cuirass) vest is crafted using traditional lacing techniques and materials reminiscent of historical samurai armor. The exterior is composed of rows of tightly woven cords in an alternating black and white pattern, secured with intricate silk lacing...

An unusual thick leather hide samurai jingasa hat. Stunning original textured finish, complete with copper hardware. Inside is lacquered dark original red tones. Some losses, overall very good condition.
Jingasa were worn by samurai and ashigaru (foot soldiers) as lightweight protective headgear, serving both practical and symbolic purposes in battle.

Age: Edo period 1603 - 1868 Circa 18th Century

Dimensions: 14 3/4" diameter

This Edo-period Japanese samurai jingasa (陣笠) features a lacquered surface with a textured crackled finish, designed for durability and resistance to the elements...

An unusual antique Japanese kawari kabuto samurai helmet. Elaborate zunari style helmet with dark burgundy lacquer over iron plates. Very rare and distinctive feather like shape as each five individual feather shaped sections flow back in a symmetrical fashion.
The shikoro (neck guard) consists of multiple lacquered iron plates, laced with dark fabric, designed to provide protection while allowing flexibility. Some losses to the lacquer, consistent with age...

Antique Japanese tantō blade and ornately carved bone saya for a member of the samurai class. The saya case and tantō handle show a dynamic scene of nine children all sporting fans while two finely dressed women try to keep them in line. Also pictured are two smiling scholars, one holding his own larger fan while the other observes the fray with from the safety of the window.

Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: 11 3/4" high x 1 1/2" wide

Antique Japanese vertical katana long sword stand. Hand carved phoenix central on base, a symbol of renewal and immortality in Japanese culture, set against a background of delicately rendered flowering peonies. Carved of lacquer over wood.

Edo period 1603 - 1868

Dimensions: 24" high x 10 1/2" deep x 7 1/2" wide

Kabuto, the Momonari-type samurai helmet, so called because of its characteristic shape that recalls a peach, made of natural iron. The visor (mabizashi) is enriched by raised eyebrows, while the front decoration (maedate), features an elegant gold-lacquered crescent moon. The side fins (fukigaeshi) are decorated with the golden mon of the Takenaka clan...

Antique Japanese Edo samurai jingasa (war hat)...

Antique Japanese bronze tsuba with seven baby crows in silver and gold learning to fly over crested waters. Signed By Female Artist: Katsurano Fumiko /...

Antique Japanese iron Tsuba with inlay of a three gold clawed dragon amongst the swirling clouds. cast in iron using sand cast technique. Unsigned

Age: early 1900's

Dimensions: 2 3/4" wide 2 7/8" high