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Fireman's Helmet (Kajikabuto) for a Daimyo

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a Fireman's Helmet for a Daimyo. The helmet is gold with a pattern of small rectangles and a tassel hanging from the front. The helmet has two short, wide extensions on either side. The helmet sits atop a black and beige fabric cover that is flared out at the bottom. The beige section at the bottom has a design of green leaves and red berries or flowers on both sides. The background of the image is gray, getting darker towards the top.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Gilt copper, leather, felt, silk, lacquer
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
467 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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