Antique Japanese Firefighter’s Helmet Late Edo Period Hikeshi Bōshi Family Crest Kabuto LS#005 Shakuhachi With a blade length (teeth

With a blade length (teeth area) of 23

Subtle amber and honey-colored veining within the stone enhance the lifelike warmth of the carving and reflect the gentle polish that catches the light with an inner glow

The round plate is worked in openwork (sukashi) and finished with nunome-zōgan in gold and silver

This figure’s calm and youthful countenance is finished in brilliant gilt lacquer (kindei)

The hand crafted designs are of detailed blooming lotus flowers in water motif on an unusual white background

Antique Japanese Firefighter’s Helmet Late Edo Period Hikeshi Bōshi Family Crest Kabuto LS#005 Shakuhachi With a blade length (teethA striking and authentic antique Japanese firefighters helmet (, hikeshi bshi), dating to the late Edo or early Meiji period (mid19th century). Constructed from hardened, lacquered leather with indigo dyed hemp and cotton fabric flaps, this tall, conical helmet was designed to protect Edo period firemenknown as hikeshifrom falling embers during intense urban fires. The high, curved red lacquered crown is reinforced with stitched seams and trimmed in