This suit of armor bears the crest of the powerful Ikeda family. The helmet dates to the 14th century, and the suit—including the bear-fur shoes—dates to the 18th. The Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller ...
Japanese samurai armor is a crucial element of Japan’s rich warrior history, symbolizing the discipline, skill, and honor of the Samurai class. Unlike armor in many other cultures, Samurai armor was ...
From a peach-shaped helmet topped with golden antlers and a quiver covered in wild boar fur to iron sleeves adorned with silver clouds and even full suits of horse armor, complete with fierce masks ...