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Suit of armor

Artist Japan

Location where collectedNagasaki, Japan

MediumLeather, textile, metal

ClassificationsCostume

Credit LineGift of Henry LeGrand Cannon

Object number1898.1.414

DescriptionAn elaborate suit of armour made of strips of lacquered leather tied together by cord lacing. The cord is faded red and disintegrating. The suit consists of :
1. breastplate (with thight guards)
2. neck pad
3. shoulder guards
4. sleeves (chainmail with lacquared leather)
5. shin guards
6. armoured skirt
7. helmet (with a stylized maple leaf on front)
the suit uses a cloth as padding. The cloth has a cloud and butterfly pattern. It is an elaborate suit of armour, maybe used in ceremonies. The cords were originally red but have faded and are now disintegrating. There are also some problems with rust and chipping. The helmet is missing pieces.

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