商品説明
High quality! May Doll Helmet Storage Ornament by Tomomi Kato, Minamoto no Tametomo
Width 46cm x depth 36cm x height 62cm
Strength lies in stillness.
- A small back with pride and a bright future -
Recommended for:
- Those who want to give an authentic helmet ornament for the Boys' Festival
- Those looking for a compact yet luxurious storage type
- Those who want to express bravery with a powerful folding screen featuring tigers and dragons
- Those looking for a helmet that has been carefully crafted down to the smallest detail
- Parents and grandparents who want to make a wish for their child's festival
What catches the eye is a black screen painted with a tiger and a dragon .
The tiger represents the strength to live with one's feet on the ground,
The dragon symbolizes a flexible heart that soars through the heavens.
This composition of opposing forces juxtaposed,
It's the balance you need to live your life.
Our hope is that your child will always be able to move forward in their own way.
The helmet placed in the center is a brave piece inspired by Minamoto no Yoritomo .
The crest is sharply cut, giving it a strong presence while maintaining its dignity.
The white-based shikoro is a symbol of brightness and purity.
The pot is riveted with rivets, creating a masterpiece that combines a practical feel with the beauty of delicate handwork.
This helmet was created by armor maker Tomomi Kato .
Certified as a Tokyo traditional craftsman,
For many years, he has been highly praised for his sculpting skills based on "actual combat armor."
His work is not just for decoration,
It has a story that resonates with the heart.
The storage display stand is designed to be both practical and beautiful.
The space that opens up every time you decorate it,
It is also the setting for "seasonal festival time" when families gather together.
The moment her small hands looked up at the helmet,
I'm sure hope and pride will grow in their eyes.
A festival that occurs once a year.
However, the feelings that went into this helmet are,
It will continue to light up in your child's heart forever.
It's like a guidepost that gently rests close to your heart.
The helmet of Minamoto no Tametomo, a military commander from the late Heian period.
He was a master archer who left behind a legend of being the strongest.
The key point of Minamoto no Tametomo's helmet is its volume.
The designs on the back of the bell are painted by hand.
The shikoro serves to protect against attacks from behind.
The power of leather cords.
Red is said to be the color of the sun, representing vitality and the source of all life.
A majestic helmet that is said to be a faithful reproduction of the original.
The front plate has a luxurious design, but gives a sophisticated impression.
The fukigaeshi on the left and right sides of the helmet are parts that protect the face from being hit by a sword.
The helmet bowl is not cut out from a mold,
The metal plates are processed and riveted one by one by hand.
Tomomi Kato uses leather cords for the decoration on her shikoro (shoulder).
A luxurious contrast of black and gold.
The Shinobio is a vibrant red color.
This armor is sewn using leather, instead of the usual stitching that would normally be done with thread.
Produced by Tomomi Kato
Armor for May dolls that is as close to the real thing as possible.
The crest is not made by machine but is polished by hand,
When you touch the edge of the hoe,
I can feel the slight unevenness on my skin.
However, it is polished so precisely that it cannot be seen with the naked eye.
We are faithfully recreating the armor and helmets of the Heian period.
Place the bow on the left side and the sword on the right side.
The bow and sword have the meaning of "keeping evil spirits and demons away."
They are called "Hama" and are sold at shrines as talismans.
Swords are also displayed to protect against demons that hate shiny objects.
Bows and swords were not used for fighting, but it was believed that gods resided in long bows.
It is not for fighting, so the sheath is facing up.
The handle that you hold in your hand is attached to the bottom.
Displaying a bow and a sword on both sides means
He is a leader with his retainers by his side.
Their role was to protect the armor.
When you think of a dragon and tiger design, you probably think of something brave.
Of course that's true.
These two animals were used by feudal lords as symbols of bravery.
It was also a design I liked to use.
At the heart of Buddhist thinking is
"Before the dragon and tiger stands the Son of Heaven (a gentleman who rules over the territory)."
This design was said to represent peace throughout the world.
The helmet stands out against the black screen, and the gold-leaf tiger and rising dragon painted in silver and gold are beautifully executed.
The Blue Dragon in the East and the White Tiger in the West are fundamental to Buddhist thought.
He is worshipped as a god who protects the four directions.
To a future where you can carve out your own path,
This May doll is filled with the wish that you will have a strong subject.
High-quality May Doll by Tomomi Kato, 1/3 scale Minamoto no Tametomo (storage type)
