Haidate (thigh guard)
Culture
Japanese
Date18th century
Mediumiron, silk, leather and textile
Dimensionseach: 65 × 42 cm (25 9/16 × 16 9/16 in.), 3 lb, 14 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.696.8
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.On View
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