Usagi Kabuto

Description

About US:

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Thanks to a constant work directly with the best collectors, museums and galleries in Japan and friendship with them, along with a profit margin much lower than the European competition we can offer objects so that many people can choose to have authentic pieces with hundreds of years at more than competitive prices. After all, samurai art is our passion and we want to share it with the world.

ITEM DESCRIPTION:

omes with certificate of supein Nihonto.

Edo period (1615-1868)

Description of the Kabuto

Japanese Suji Bachi Kabuto with Crescent Moon Maedate and Kuwagata Decoration

Period: Edo

Style: Suji bachi kabuto with eight iron plates and elaborate front crest

Materials: Lacquered iron, copper, brass, leather, and cotton

This kabuto is a beautiful representation of the suji bachi type, composed of eight joined iron plates with pronounced ridges. The rich brown tone and subtle aging marks give the piece an authentic, historical character.

The standout feature is the maedate (front ornament), composed of:

A crescent moon made of brass, a powerful symbol often associated with vision and spiritual strength, linked to figures like Date Masamune.

Two kuwagata elements (beetle horn-shaped crests) finished in oxidized copper texture, rough-textured and aged, giving them a bold, archaic presence.

The fukigaeshi (side wings) are gold-lacquered and boldly curved.

The shikoro (neck guard) consists of five horizontal iron plates laced with dark blue cords, offering both protection and elegant composition.

Interior lining in navy blue quilted cotton, with traditional fastening rope still intact.

Element Description

Type Suji bachi kabuto

Period Edo period

Maedate Brass crescent moon + copper kuwagata ornaments

Materials Lacquered iron, copper, brass, leather, cotton

Shikoro 5 lacquered plates with indigo blue silk lacing

Fukigaeshi Gilt brass finish

Interior Quilted blue cotton lining with traditional fastening system

Condition Very well preserved with authentic patina and natural signs of aging