Japan—late 18th century, early 19th century

Japan—late 18th century, early 19th century Antique, complete Japanese armor (yoroi), lacquered in black and gold, featuring orange, green, white, and multicolored lacing cords, and comprising a two-piece breastplate (kuro'urushinuri iroiro'ito nimai'dô tôsei gusoku) . • *Suji'bachi kabuto* (helmet with protruding ridges) topped with a *maedate* (frontal ornament) made of gilded wood depicting a *hi no maru* (solar disc). The helmet’s crown, composed of 62 patinated iron plates (“rus

Category

Asian art

Location

Paris