Facial Protection Known As Mempo - Japan - Edo Period (1603–1868)
FACIAL PROTECTION known as MEMPO, Japan
Edo Period (1603–1868) Iron, lacquer, silk, horsehair H.: 23; W: 15.5 cm
(Craquelure)
Me no shita men-style mempo, with a horsehair mustache, upper and lower lips lacquered red, and teeth with traces of gilding.
Mengu composed of two sets of four gold-lacquered slats.
Interior lacquered red.
Ref.: 7575
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Edo Period (1603–1868) Iron, lacquer, silk, horsehair H.: 23; W: 15.5 cm
(Craquelure)
Me no shita men-style mempo, with a horsehair mustache, upper and lower lips lacquered red, and teeth with traces of gilding.
Mengu composed of two sets of four gold-lacquered slats.
Interior lacquered red.
Ref.: 7575
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
780 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition
Reference (ID): 1846677
Availability: In stock
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