Akechi Mitsuhide Kabuto Samurai Helmet Ornament　 CATEGORY_Japanese Tea-Tea Slop Bowl lines in sometsuke style form

lines in sometsuke style form smooth and elegant curves

and the nuanced gradation of brushstrokes adds depth and expressive character

like a calm glistening pond

and victory

reflecting the artistry of Edo Kiriko

Akechi Mitsuhide Kabuto Samurai Helmet Ornament　 CATEGORY_Japanese Tea-Tea Slop Bowl lines in sometsuke style formThis kabuto samurai helmet ornament draws inspiration from the kabuto of Akechi Mitsuhide, a celebrated military commander and feudal lord during the Sengoku (14671590 CE) and AzuchiMomoyama (15761603 CE) periods. The metal surface, with its three dimensional curves and substantial presence, is adorned with finely engraved patterns, including a tiger rendered in vivid detail. The harmonious blend of gold, black, and blue accentuates the ornaments