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The helmet and face mask signed Myochin Shikibu Munesuke | Edo period, early 18th century
A finely crafted helmet face mask signed by Myochin Shikibu Munesuke from the early Edo period, featuring russet iron construction with deep wrinkles and decorative details. The mask demonstrates exceptional metalworking skill with silver inlay, yasurime file markings, and red lacquer interior.
- Medium
- The russet iron face mask well forged with deep wrinkles and open mouth, decorated overall with fine yasurime [file markings], silver inlay, detachable nose plate, red lacquer interior, two-tiered yodaregake [throat protector] laced in matching braid
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
The Samurai: Japanese Arms and Armour
May 3, 2023
Estimate: $30,000 – $50,000
Lot 32
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