Antique Edo Period Japanese Samurai Stirrups (Abumi) Pair of Iron Horse Riding Fittings LS#182 Japanese Antique Japanese Sumida Gawa Basket

Antique Japanese Sumida Gawa Basket Vase with Figures

bearing a smooth patina

All hand carved in Yumu - Northern Chinese elm and high quality wood highly regarded in Chinese furniture making

Condition: Very good vintage condition with expected wear to the foot rim and occasional glaze marks from production and use

This elegant vessel is modeled in the Gu-style form derived from Chinese ritual bronzes

Antique Edo Period Japanese Samurai Stirrups (Abumi) Pair of Iron Horse Riding Fittings LS#182 Japanese Antique Japanese Sumida Gawa BasketA matched pair of Edo period Japanese abumi (), traditional samurai stirrups forged in iron. These bold, sculptural stirrups feature the characteristic domed split front design with ridged center and wide platform footrests, providing balance and stability for mounted combat and archery. Unlike Western stirrups, Japanese abumi were designed as full foot platforms, preventing the riders foot from slipping through while offering superior control in