Untitled (samurai face protector)
Daten.d.
Mediummetal; fabric; hair
DimensionsOverall: 28.9 × 20.5 × 12.4 cm (11 3/8 × 8 1/16 × 4 7/8 in.)
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of Trevor Absolon
Object number2018.025.002
DescriptionMetal samurai face protector (menpo). Detachable nose piece on metal face piece with prominent chin. Horizontal mustach made of stiff, sandy hair is attached above the upper lip of the mask. Four curved metal pieces attached with fabric added to the bottom of the mask as neck protectionStatus
Not on view1960's - 1980's