Lot includes the Dou and Sode, the Kabuto (helmet) and Memppo (face mask) along with the Suni-ate (shin and knee guards). Intricate stitching with a honeycomb pattern in silk fabric with gold thread. Lacquered metal plates, protective mesh and horse hair trim decorate this suit. Silk lacing in a green color. The torso has a Sashimono, which is where the flag is mounted on the back of the armor that was method of identification, much like the European surcoat.
1,000/2,000 Sold $3,852.50
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