Backplate
Culture
Japanese
Date1700s
Mediumiron, textile, leather, lacquer
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.711.1
DescriptionResidue from cleaning on back, much degradation of fabric components.ProvenancePurchased by Museum from American Art Association, Anderson Galleries (NYC), Macomber sale, December 10-12, 1936 (lot 227). Paid $40 which included HAM#s 2390-2446. Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
On View
Not on viewMyōchin Yoshimichi
1600s–1700s