Yamanaka yukimori (1543-76), a samurai known for his great strength and loyalty, served the amako warlord during a time in japanese history referred to as "sengoku," or "the country at war. " he wears a suit of armor called "tosei gusoku" ("modern equipment") that was designed in the 16th century to be worn by a foot soldier. Like many samurai, yukimori never went into battle without his "rabbit's foot"-the crescent moon ornament he wore on his helmet as a token of good luck. Date: 1886 (Meiji). Place of creation: Tokyo, Japan. Dimensions: 36.8 × 24.7 cm (14.5 × 9.7 in). Medium: pigments on mulberry paper. Collection: Walters Art Museum. 1886 - Akiyama Buemon - Tsuki hyakushi - Walters 95348 (cropped)
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