Edo period (1615 - 1867)19th centuryIn order to emphasize their presence and dignity at military reviews or embassies, high-ranking samurai would wear on their cuirass a jinbaori, a knee-length sleeveless surcoat. In order to highlight the individuality of the samurai wearing it, the jinbaori, which first came into usage during the Momoyama period, is designed of flamboyant colors and materials. Conversely, those made using the techniques commonly employed for armor are very rare, including the one, still from the Momoyama period, preserved at the...
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Samurai helmet in the shape of a court capEdo Period, 18th century Helmets shaped as a tōkanmuri, a ceremonial lacquer hat worn at the Chinese court by literati and statesmen, were quite popular among samurai by the end of the 16th century. Of the many variations on the theme, this one is quite rare, with a pointed tip and flat faces on the rear. The wakidate, side ornaments which normally resemble the long wings on the cap’s back, are here shaped as hawk’s feathers. Fine elements on this helmet, like the engraved shakudo borders and the stencilled leather with fusegumi...
Okina menpoMid Edo Period (1615-1867Red lacquered samurai armor's mask A red lcquered high level mask, finely embossed with wrinkles all over the face. The mouth is wide open and the long beard resemble those of on aged man.
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