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Jinbaori (Surcoat) with Lions and Peonies (Provenance: Inaba Clan of the Yodo Domain)

Museum No.
IK834-7
獅子牡丹文様陣羽織(白革地 型染) 淀藩稲葉家伝来品のうち Image

A jinbaori is a man’s military surcoat worn over armor. This example is decorated with lions and peonies, which are associated with the celebratory Noh Play Shakkyō (Stone Bridge). Since medieval times, lions and peonies have appeared on Japanese armor, exemplifying the warrior class’s fondness for literary motifs.

Japan-Edo

Title Jinbaori (Surcoat) with Lions and Peonies (Provenance: Inaba Clan of the Yodo Domain)
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Category Textiles(I)
Country Japan
Period Edo
Century 19th
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Dimensions Length 95cm Width 55.5cm 102.5cm
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