JAPANESE MUSHA NINYO WARRIOR DOLL

Edo period, ca. AD 1603 - 1868 > A Japanese musha ningyo warrior doll with one arm raised and one leg extended, dressed in armour and patterned garments. A fitted helmet and elaborate shoulder guards frame the figure.Musha ningyo are warrior dolls associated with seasonal displays for Tango no Sekku, traditionally Boys' Day on 5 May. Heroes, armour and weapons expressed hopes for a child's health, courage and future success, translating martial ideals into a domestic ceremonial setting. >>Size: 410mm x 350mm; Weight: 1.05kg > Provenance: Prince Collection, 1990s?2014; Ex. Christie's, Sale 2579, Lot 105, 12 Sep 2011, (Ex Sale 1638, Lot 375). >This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. >