Suit of Armor with Dragon Motif
Culture
Japanese
Date1700s
Mediumiron, silver, copper, brass, copper alloy, bone or horn and wood with silk, leather, possibly paper applique, gilding and lacquer
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.696
DescriptionComplete suit of Japanese armor in russet green and lacquer, hammered with designs of dragons and other motifs.ProvenanceFrom the collection of the late Sir Trevor Lawrence. Purchased from Messrs. Christie', Manson & Woods, 8 King Street, St. James Square, November 6 1926. Purchased May 4, 1930 by John W. Higgins from Liberty & Co., Regent Street, London, England. Given to the Armory. Bought at L 52-10-0= $262.50 Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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