Iron mask and throat protector

This nose piece is an unusual attachment to the iron mask a samurai wore to protect his face and make him look fierce.

The lacquered iron nose piece is attached to the mask by two long pins. The long moustaches are made of yak or horse hair.

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Online ID:	000-190-004-299-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland A.1905.184 A
Date:	19th century Early 19th century
Material:
Dimensions:	66.00" H (whole suit)
What:	Suit of armour / facemask
Subject:	Weapons / armour
Who:
Where:	Japan
Event:
Description:	Face-mask from a suit of armour, of black lacquered metal and papier-mache: Japan, early 19th century
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