17th Century Samurai Helmet

Japan, early EDO period, circa 1610. Zunari helmet (kabuto) with 3 plates in black lacquered iron, neck protector (shikoro), hineno with 5 lamellae, laced in brown, beige and green. Central ornament (maedate) in gold and silver lacquered wood. Triple Tomo with 2 maple leaves. 2 side ornaments (wakidate) in the shape of rounded horns in black and gold lacquered wood. Mask (menpo) in black lacquered iron, gray horsehair moustache, red lacquered interior. Throat protector. Accidents and losses. H: 63 cm with base.
The very strict school of the samurai begins at the age of 3 where one learns to overcome one's fear, suffering and acquire total impassivity. From the age of 8, apprentice warriors attend executions and carry the heads of the tortured. A true witness to history, culture and warrior tradition, this Kabuto, over 400 years old, which commands fear and respect, is a unique historical treasure. The centerpiece of a demanding decoration.