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Japanese Jumonji Yari Spearhead
Japanese Jumonji Yari cross spearhead. Hand forged steel done in the same fashion as samurai swords.
Early yari are believed to have been derived from Chinese spears, these hoko yari are thought to be from the Nara period (710-794), and while they were present in early Japan's history, the term yari appeared for the first time in written sources in 1334 but this type of spear did not become popular until the late 15th century.
During the peaceful Edo era yari were still... Click for details
Early yari are believed to have been derived from Chinese spears, these hoko yari are thought to be from the Nara period (710-794), and while they were present in early Japan's history, the term yari appeared for the first time in written sources in 1334 but this type of spear did not become popular until the late 15th century.
During the peaceful Edo era yari were still... Click for details
item #1394216
$5,000.00
Japanese Set of 2 Yari Spears, signed Yamato Fujiwara Sensada
Japanese set of 2 Yari spears, signed Yamato Fujiwara Sensada. Hand forged steel, done in the same many and technique as samurai swords.
Early yari are believed to have been derived from Chinese spears, these hoko yari are thought to be from the Nara period (710-794), and while they were present in early Japan's history, the term yari appeared for the first time in written sources in 1334 but this type of spear did not become popular until the late 15th century.
During the... Click for details
Early yari are believed to have been derived from Chinese spears, these hoko yari are thought to be from the Nara period (710-794), and while they were present in early Japan's history, the term yari appeared for the first time in written sources in 1334 but this type of spear did not become popular until the late 15th century.
During the... Click for details
item #1394215
$6,500.00
Unusual set of Japanese Mori Clan Yajiri Arrow Heads
A complete set of seven Japanese piercing Yajiri (Yanone) hand forged iron arrows heads.
Signed with the pierced Mori clan family crest.
Watakusi (Flesh Terror / Barbed) These shapes are usually very ornamental in form and would have been originally used in battle. Each arrowheads can vary in length from 1 inch to over 6 inches and most have a saw cut piercing. The Mei (signature) on this style of arrowhead would usually be located on the nakago. The pierced designs vary from... Click for details
Watakusi (Flesh Terror / Barbed) These shapes are usually very ornamental in form and would have been originally used in battle. Each arrowheads can vary in length from 1 inch to over 6 inches and most have a saw cut piercing. The Mei (signature) on this style of arrowhead would usually be located on the nakago. The pierced designs vary from... Click for details
item #1394214
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Japanese Karimata Arrow Collection
A set of 5 Japanese karimata arrow collection. Forged iron, mounted on steel plates and armature wire.
The forked arrowhead (karimata) was named after its resemblance to the V-formation flight of wild geese. Such arrows of different sizes were highly prized on the battlefield and for hunting large game. The Japanese arrowheads, many resembling miniature spears, were made in hundreds of varied shapes of folded, tempered steel. They were attached to the bamboo shafts by means of... Click for details
The forked arrowhead (karimata) was named after its resemblance to the V-formation flight of wild geese. Such arrows of different sizes were highly prized on the battlefield and for hunting large game. The Japanese arrowheads, many resembling miniature spears, were made in hundreds of varied shapes of folded, tempered steel. They were attached to the bamboo shafts by means of... Click for details
item #1394213
$8,200.00
18th Century Japanese Nanban Gold Lacquer Samurai Armor
An original 18th century Japanese Namban armor with momonari type kabuto. The wisteria meadate and other occurrences of variations of the Fuji mon belongs to the Fujiwara Clans. The meadate matches that of the family crest seen on the armor. The black lacquered dou is textured with crushed oyster shell in fine detail. The armor is presented with the original hitsu (armor box) with gold beautiful gold calligraphy on the sides. Translated: (R) Doshu (feudal name) Tosa Kochi-ken, Sagawa... Click for details
item #1390221
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Japanese Antique Samurai Kabuto Hornet Meadate
Antique Japanese meadate in the form of a hornet, hand forged iron with gilt brass plate. Mounted on a stand.
Edo Period (1603-1868)
Dimensions: Total including stand 7" high (meadate only 4 1/2" high)
Edo Period (1603-1868)
Dimensions: Total including stand 7" high (meadate only 4 1/2" high)
item #1387638
$1,650.00
Japanese Antler Shaped Meadate from a Samurai Kabuto (Helmet)
Japanese copper 10-pronged antler shaped meadate from a kabuto (samurai helmet). On custom stand.
Heisei Period
Dimensions: 9" total height (6 1/4" high meadate only)
Heisei Period
Dimensions: 9" total height (6 1/4" high meadate only)
item #1387572
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Superb Japanese Edo Lacquer Kura Horse Saddle
A high grade Japanese Kura samurai saddle detailed in high relief lacquer.
The maewa (front arched plate) and shizuwa (rear arched plate) display a lacquer relief carp climbing a waterfall motif. The maewa and shizuwa are connected by two igi (contoured side bands). The igi rest on either side of the horse's spine and serve as the under frame for the leather seat (basen or kura tsubo) and are slotted for stirrup straps (chikara-gawa or gekiso) to pass through. Mounted on custom stand. Signed... Click for details
item #1385176
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Japanese Edo Red Lacquer Kura Horse Saddle
Japanese Kura samurai saddle in red lacquer, with black and gilt lacquer. The maewa (front arched plate) and shizuwa (rear arched plate) are adorned with a copper inlay flying crane. The red lacquer area surrounding the crane is hand-carved with scrolling vines of flowers and shippo pattern in gilt lacquer.
The maewa and shizuwa are connected by two igi (contoured side bands). The igi rest on either side of the horse's spine and serve as the under frame for the leather seat (basen or kura... Click for details
item #1385148
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Pair of Japanese Painted Panels from the Tales of Heike
A pair of mounted panels painted with battle scenes from the Tales of Heike.
One panel appears to take place during the battle at Dan no Ura. This painting of samurai contains the signature crest of the Heiki clan (the butterfly). The other panel is a portrait of the famous monk warrior, Benke, on horseback in the Shichi-henge form (where he carries many weapons).
The paintings are fragments of a hand fan, or uchiwa, and the surrounding paper are decorated with gold and silver... Click for details
The paintings are fragments of a hand fan, or uchiwa, and the surrounding paper are decorated with gold and silver... Click for details
item #1385146
$6,000.00
