Left Suneate (shin guard)

Culture Japanese

Date18th century

Mediumiron, silk cord, fabric, leather, lacquer

ClassificationsArms and Armor

Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection

Terms

armor

Object number2014.697.9

ProvenancePurchased by the Museum from Yamanaka & Company (New York City) on 19 December 1933 as part of their armor YP Spl . No. 23. Paid $125.00 for the complete armor. Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.

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