Japanese Samurai's hat ?

colin henshaw · 9th January 2010, 11:53 AM

Hi

Japanese material is not really my area, but I bought this hat a few years ago, as I liked the quality of construction and it wasn't so expensive.

Are there Japanese experts on the forum who can help to identify the piece and give a possible date for it ? My understanding is it would be worn by lower-grade samurai, perhaps when not actually engaged in any combat ? Made of moulded wood that has been lacquered ?

I.D. and comments on the hat are most welcome.

Regards

9th January 2010, 11:53 AM	#1
colin henshaw Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 1,430	Japanese Samurai's hat ? Hi Japanese material is not really my area, but I bought this hat a few years ago, as I liked the quality of construction and it wasn't so expensive. Are there Japanese experts on the forum who can help to identify the piece and give a possible date for it ? My understanding is it would be worn by lower-grade samurai, perhaps when not actually engaged in any combat ? Made of moulded wood that has been lacquered ? I.D. and comments on the hat are most welcome. Regards Attached Images