Antique Samurai Mask, Menpo, mempo, Yoroi, Edo Japanese Helmet Samurai armour

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Hello, welcome to
NihontoArt
., our company is a incorporated entitiy that has been in operation for over a decade bringing unique pieces to collectors around the world. We
invite you to
visit our Website where many Samurai Era antiques are available, some special and unique Japanese treasures.
We upload swords and other Samurai related items regularly, but if you are looking for anything in particular we might just have it, feel free to inquire.
You can contact us through ebay or though our site's
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All the items you see are in our possession here in North America and are able to ship normally within 1 business day. Because our stock is located outside Japan we
do not
require export permits that the Japanese Government oblige Japanese citizens to apply for which typically take in excess of 3 weeks, so dealing with us you are able to get your items quick and depending on our work load normally ship the following business day.
Absolutely stunning Edo period (
circa 300 years old) Samurai's menpo of very good quality and condition. This item would have belonged to a Samurai from Edo period, a very expressive mask. We can gauge the period or construction to be between
Early to Mid Edo period and considering the age the piece is in nice condition, with a nice patina. The expression is very pleasant, with a tall nice and nicely done moustache. You'll note how part of the moustache continues from the nose plate onto the cheek plates, and the ears have nice small rivets. Inner lacquer is a dark rich red, some of the lacquer flaked off but overall in good condition. The throat guard is made with iron plates covered in a brown leather finish. This item is highly recommended
The bindings are in reasonably good condition for the age and all that's needed is to find a displace place to set up and enjoy a lovely piece of history.
Please keep in mind that there are many antiques on ebay, but be cautious as to which ones are imitations and if they are good investments. There are only a certain number of these items left in the world and not all are worth investing your hard earned dollars. Everyone is welcome to see and ask questions, but only serious buyers please. My collection is of very high quality items, every one I own was hand picked and meticulously inspected. I would categorize my inventory to be of higher grade compared to most of the others sold on Ebay. I have sold a number on ebay and even more privately for very high amounts so bid with confidence. People with Zero Feedback please contact me before!
ONLY GENUINE JAPANESE ANTIQUES ARE SOLD HERE
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If you would like any more pictures or info don't be shy to inquire, if you have any other questions I will be glad to answer. Thanks for watching :)
* All
serious
offers will be considered !
Stand is not included, Mandate is also not included *** Item must be paid within 5 days.
Important Note:
For Quebec residents provincial and federal sales taxes will be applied, for other Canadian provinces Federal sales Taxes will be applied.
- Shipping Insurance will be up to the winning bidder. I ship usually with Canada Post Expedited, have never had a problem up to date. If you decide to go with a private courier company like fedex the shipping cost should be slightly higher than that of Canada Post.
--  FEEL FREE TO TAKE A LOOK AT MY OTHER SWORDS THAT ARE PRESENTLY POSTED. THANKS!!!
MANY MORE PICTURES ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST