Something Old, Nothing New
Giving great finds another chance to be enjoyed.Item Specifics:
- Type: Miniature Samurai Kabuto Helmet / Cultural Paperweight / Okimono Accent
- Culture: Japanese (Vintage Mid-to-Late 20th Century)
- Material: Solid Cast Metal / Cast Iron Alloy
- Colors: Textured Dark Bronze/Brown, Silver-Tone Crest, Red & Gold Tassels
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The heavy cast-metal body is completely solid with no structural cracks, breaks, or missing plates. The silver-tone front crest fits securely and shows beautiful metallic luster. The braided display cords and decorative tassels are fully intact with bright color and minimal age-appropriate fiber wear.
Description:
Bring a powerful symbol of strength, honor, and traditional craftsmanship to your desk or display case with this striking vintage miniature Japanese Samurai Kabuto helmet! Expertly cast from heavy metal alloy with a rugged, textured dark bronze finish, this detailed piece beautifully captures the multi-layered armor plates of a classic warrior\'s helmet. The front is crowned by a brilliant, stylized silver-tone crescent horn ornament (maedate) engraved with classic wave accents.Flowing from the base of the helmet are its original, ceremonial braided decorative throat cords, perfectly finished with matching rich red and golden-mustard display tassels. In Japan, these miniature helmets are proudly displayed during the annual Boys\' Festival as symbols of protection, courage, and success in life. It makes a phenomenal historical paperweight for an office desk, a unique conversation piece for a bookshelf, or a fantastic addition to a collection of Asian art.Shipping & Handling:
This heavy metal collectible will be packaged securely with plenty of protective wrapping to prevent shifting and shipped out quickly inside a sturdy box to guarantee safe transit. Calculated shipping is based automatically on buyer location.Please look closely at the photos and feel free to reach out with any questions before purchasing. Thanks for looking!
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