Shoulder Defense (Sode)

Datelate 14th–early 16th century

MediumIron, leather, lacquer, silk, copper, gold

DimensionsL. 16 1/4 in. (41.3 cm); W. 13 1/2 in. (34.3 cm); Wt. 2 lb. 10.8 oz. (1212 g)

CultureJapanese

DepartmentArms and Armor

ClassificationArmor Parts-Arms & Shoulders

Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Gift, 2002

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