Japanese Samurai's hat ?

[colin henshaw]

Thanks to those who gave their input on this - I like Kino's example of a jingasa - with the basketry and bear fur, it reminds me of one of those Naga or Assamese hats.

I did a google search using "jingasa" - saw some examples like mine described as for archery ? They would not seem to give much protection in a combat situation. My example seems to be too well made for a film prop...I wonder about the black lacquered circle on my hat - is that the "mon" or should it have a gilt motif/character ?

Any pointers as to judge the age of such Japanese objects ?

Regards.

[David]

Originally Posted by colin henshaw

Any pointers as to judge the age of such Japanese objects ?

Not my field at all Colin, but to look at you example next to these others it is clear, at least as far as the photos reveal, that yours has rarely if ever been worn, at least not on a regular basis. There are no signs of wear that i can see anywhere, either on the main body of the hat or on the head cushion and straps. Perhaps it is not a movie prop, but an "authentic" reproduction.

[asomotif]

Hello Colin,

Very interesting subject.
We hardly see japanese items on this website probably because there are other specialized forums.

I have no knowledge on japanse items, so only common sense to start from.

Maybe you can make some close up pictures of the lacquer work.
The inside of your example looks brand new.
Has it been refurbished ?

Best regards,
Willem