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FACIAL PROTECTION called Menpō
Japan, Edo Period (1603-1868)
Iron, pigment, and case
H. 18; W. 19 cm
A two-part iron mepō or menpō of the me no shita men type, covering the chin, the nose, and the cheekbones along the lower contour of the eyes. The second, removable part protects the nose and the red-pigmented upper lip topped with a light-colored horsehair mustache.
The chin section is equipped with an ase nagashi no ana (a circular hole) that allowed ventilation and the evacuation of liquids such as sweat. The inside of the half-mask is covered with red pigments to prevent irritation of the samurai's skin.
It also features a four-ply gorget braided with blue cloth.
Mempo were an integral part of Japanese samurai armor.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Ref.: 5502
Ref: PVJH8U5D5Y
| Condition | Very good |
| Style | Asian Arts (Uniforms, armor of Asian Arts Style) |
| Period | 19th century (Uniforms, armor 19th century) |
| Country of origin | Japan |
| Shipping Time | Ready to ship in 2-3 Business Days |
| Location | 93400, Saint-Ouen, France |
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