Partial suit of Japanese armor, ex-Christie's

Partial suit of Japanese armor, ex-Christie's, Edo period (18th c.), the Do Maru constructed of leather Hon Kozane lacquered black, with stenciled designs, embroidered textile, gilt copper, metal fittings, animal fur boots, lacking the helmet, arm and thigh coverings and possibly other components (see photos), with one wood and iron storage box with family crest, 20"h x 18"squ

Provenance: Christie's Sale 1490, March 29, 2005, Lot 73; Takatsu family, Kyoto
Condition Report: Fair, shows age and use, lacking some components, lacquer actively flaking, storage box coming apart and lacking some pieces **Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.