Osode (shoulder guard) with embossed bonji character
Culture
Japanese
Date1700s
Mediumiron, brass
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.711.3.1
DescriptionFormerly had more plates laced below. Holes since filled in with putty. Large fake rivets embossed along edge in imitation of European armor.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 view
Southern German
about 1550
