Samurai Waistlet
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: metal, lacquer; silk; cotton; leather;
DimensionsOverall (width measurement does not include the tie): 52.5 x 57 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineAsian Art Purchase Fund
Object number2011.018.001
DescriptionWaistlet consists of two leg sections joined together at a green silk waist band and tie that is reinforced at the front with leather. The sections are of green silk brocade backed with indigo blue cotton, edged with leather, and covered on the front lower 3/4 with black lacquered chainmail and small sections of metal armour. There are two wrap around flaps for each leg that fasten at the back with a button and a loop.Status
Not on view
1875 - 1900