NihontoWatchNihontoWatchThis listing features a Japanese Kabuto (helmet) with a figural maedate (forecrest) depicting an oni or zoomorphic face, accompanied by a menpo (face mask). The helmet is from the Edo period and features a deep black-lacquered hachi, a broad lamellar shikoro with indigo lacing, and gilt fukigaeshi with a circular mon. The maedate is highly expressive with prominent eyes, a red-accented mouth, natural hair whiskers, and gilt kuwagata-style horns and ears.
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Single component
Unsigned
Kebiki-odoshi · Kon (dark blue)
circular mon with three horizontal bars
Edo
We could not find an authenticity certificate on the seller’s listing. Japanese armour is normally certified by the Nihon Katchū Bugu Kenkyū Hozon Kai (the armour society). Without one, the attribution is the seller’s own assessment and has not been independently verified — treat it with caution and ask the dealer about certification before buying.
14-day return if items arrive damaged or in unexpected condition; customer bears return shipping + insurance; items returned in original condition with all accessories; antique armour non-returnable; only regular priced items refundable; shipping costs non-refundable.
€2,900