Full mask of samurai armor, Somen. Japan, Edo period (1603-1868)

Full mask of samurai armor, Somen.
Japan, Edo period (1603-1868)
Embossed iron, lacquer.
Height 25.5cm - Width 19.5cm - Depth 14cm

The figure is enlivened with features representing the aggressiveness of the fighter, with the desire to frighten the observer.
The eyes are wide open, the eyebrows raised and the mouth seems to express a cry of assault.
The cheekbones and the forehead are enlivened by volumes that accompany the expression of the face.
It is forged in one piece, the ears are attached.
The interior is in red lacquer.
A multitude of perforations on the perimeter made it possible to fix a flexible structure.
Good condition with its base.

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Ref.LP3667