143 - JAPAN - 20th century

JAPAN - 20th century A set consisting of two samurai dolls (*musha ningyô*) depicting Emperor Ôjin and a vassal samurai, both clad in full armor. Emperor Ôjin is depicted seated on a field chair; he wears a *kamishimo* (samurai costume) made of brocade, embellished with elements of golden armor (*yoroi*). A tall, gilded court headdress crowns his styled hair. At his side rest a long sword (*katana*) with a scabbard covered in imitation tiger skin, as well as a long black bow; a quiver filled with arrows is carried on his back. The eyes are inlaid with glass. The dazzlingly white complexion was achieved by applying multiple layers of *gofun*—a refined white pigment made from powdered oyster shells. At his side stands a kneeling vassal samurai. Although his attire is slightly less elaborate, he also wears a silk brocade garment, complemented by black armor pieces and a black *jingasa* (soldier’s hat). He wears two swords at his belt and holds a long red silk banner. The set comes with a folding arrow rest, filled with arrows ) Approximate dimensions: Ōjin: height 48 cm, width 29 cm, depth 32 cm Vassal: height 49 cm, width 26 cm, depth 18 cm