Lot 368: A Japanese Cotton Hand Embroidered Indigo-Dye Fireman’s Jacket,...
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A Japanese Cotton Hand Embroidered Indigo-Dye Fireman’s Jacket, 19th Century.
A striking Japanese fireman’s jacket (hikeshi banten), crafted from heavyweight indigo-dyed cotton. The jacket features boldly hand-painted kanji characters to the front and back, denoting the firefighting brigade. The design includes alternating ecru and dark blue bands to the lower half and sleeves, with a contrasting red panel along the shoulders. The large kanji within a circular medallion on the back symbolizes protection or the brigade’s identity.
H: Approximately 83cm
Provenance: From the collection of a distinguished gentleman in West London
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