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Half-mask (Ho'o-ate) with Neck Guard (Nodowa)

1615–1868

Japan, Edo period

(1615–1868)
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Gift of J. H. Donahey 1922.31.b
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Facial armor is forged from matte brown iron. On the upper portion, a U-shaped plate cradles the chin and extends into flared cheek flaps. Below, a throat guard of four overlapping iron plates fans outward. Dark blue silk cords lace the assembly into vertical rows. Gold-colored knotted ties ornament the bottom edge, providing a luminous contrast against the dark metal and deep blue silk.

Half-mask (Ho'o-ate) with Neck Guard (Nodowa)

1615–1868

Japan, Edo period (1615–1868)

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