This scroll shows a samurai helmet ((
kabuto) on a storage chest. The helmet is a 24-plate-helmet (
hoshi-kabuto), with large
maedate (
shikami-gashira kuwagata-dai). The helmet is decorated with a lion-like mythical creature.
Handpainted on silk
Artist: Unknown, however with seal
Date: between 1930 and 1950.
Length: approx. 195 cm
Width: approx. 57 cm
Material: Silk, Edging made of linen and silk
Material of the endpieces: Probably bakelite
Condition: Fresh colours. Some mould stains and water stains at the edges due to its age. The upper left corner is defect.
This image may slightly vary in colour to the original - due to the photo/scan.