Fine Art, Arms & Armor, April 6th 2024
Lot 2066:
Fabulous Complete Chinese Manchukuo Imperial Army Court Officer’s Style Ceremonial Silk Armor with Helmet & Undergarment. A stunning and rare set of armor and helmet, decorated with a thick, round spear top, including a waist-length conical sleeve with a brass and cotton pad at the end, in the shape of a trumpet; Matching wrap skirt; Matching shoulder plate and perforated gold-plated dragon plate; There’s also a matching gold-plated iron helmet. Gilt Medallions and badges were worn on the chest and back. At the parade of the Manchurian Emperors, Chinese army officers wore this formal armor to assess their prowess and skill in battle. Regular Adult Size: 87 " tall. ~~ . Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at [email protected]. 91.
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