Description:

This is an authentic vintage/antique Japanese "Dou" (Traditional Body Armor) with attached "Kusazuri" (Skirt Protectors), representing classic Japanese craftsmanship from the Edo to Meiji period style.

• Style: It features a sleek "Hotoke-dou" (smooth, bullet-shaped chest piece) design with a black lacquered finish. The back plate is equipped with a traditional metal bracket historically used for holding banner flags (Sashimono).

• Details: The lower skirt panels (Kusazuri) are intricately woven together with traditional blue textiles and finished with detailed gold, green, and pink decorative elements along the bottom edges. The shoulder straps retain their original fabric cushioning.

This piece serves as an exceptional historical display item for home decor, private collections, or traditional art appreciation.

Condition:

• Overall: Antique/vintage condition with visible signs of age. There is noticeable peeling and chipping of the black lacquer on both the front and back panels, as shown in the photos.

• Textile: The interior lining and cords show historical wear, fading, and fraying consistent with its age, which adds to its rustic, authentic character.

• Please review all photos carefully to assess the cosmetic condition before purchasing.

Specifications:

• Type: Japanese Dou (Chest Guard) and Kusazuri (Lower Panels)

• Main Material: Iron/Metal with Lacquer Coating, Fabric, Interior Paper Lining

• Color: Black Lacquer with Blue Cord Lacing