As020 Maedate For Kabuto Helmet – Edo, Japan

Maedate for kabuto helmet – Edo, Japan The maedate is worn on the front of the Japanese samurai kabuto helmet. Partly gilded lacquered wood. Representation of Uchide no kozuchi, legendary Japanese “magic hammer” which can “hit” anything desired. In popular belief, the magical wooden hammer is a standard item held in the hand of the iconic deity Daikoku-ten, who is often depicted as figurines, statues, netsukes and in architecture. REGION: Japan
MATERIAL: Bronze
PERIOD: Edo, Early 19th century
DIMENSION: 11.5 x 5.5 x 4 cm (Base)