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Pair of 18th/19th century Japanese Samurai Abumi (stirrups)

$3,600per set
£2,728.38per set
€3,129.23per set
CA$5,029.88per set
A$5,487.33per set
CHF 2,910.37per set
MX$66,109.96per set
NOK 36,938.23per set
SEK 33,817.95per set
DKK 23,370.65per set

About the Item

A striking pair of antique Japanese abumi, dating to the Edo Period (1615-1868) Abumi are stirrups, and were an important part of a samurai armor set. The distinctive curved shape was designed to prevent the rider's foot from getting caught in the stirrup. The open-sided design, known as shitanaga abumi, was used by the middle Heian period and remained in use until European-style stirrups were introduced in the late 19th century. Most surviving examples are made of iron with inlaid designs of silver or other materials, and are often covered in lacquer. The footplate is sometimes perforated to allow water to drain when crossing rivers. The interiors were often finished with red lacquer. The use of stirrups became widespread in Japan around the 5th century. The ornate metalwork and intricate designs seen on these stirrups were a way for samurai and other military elites to showcase their wealth and status. Each samurai had a distinctive pattern for their armor, relating to the family with which they were affiliated.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Edo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Copper,Iron,Lacquer,Hand-Crafted,Metalwork
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850 or earlier
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. These appear to have actual been used by a samurai, and do show dents and wear. Please see photos which show condition well.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A-3988-21stDibs: LU10546246961032

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