Lot 55 A SET OF TWO IMPRESSIVE SAMURAI DOLLS 武者人形 (MUSHA NINGYÔ) AND A HORSE

The central doll depicts a high-ranking noble samurai in a seated position, dressed in richly detailed golden yoroi (armour) over a luxurious brocade silk kimono. He wears a gold hat and holds a sensu (folding fan). His facial features are meticulously formed, with inlaid glass eyes and soft peachy-pink skin created by multiple layers of gofun 胡粉—a fine white pigment made from powdered itabo oyster shells (Ostrea denselamellosa)—and finished with delicate hand-painted details.

Accompanying him is a kneeling samurai retainer, dressed in silk garments with dark red armour accents. While still finely crafted, his expression and attire are modest in comparison to the central figure, reflecting his subordinate role.

The white saddled horse has red silk ruffles covering his body and saddled with a colorful saddle.

Together with 2 katana and a long sword.

Period: Japan – Meiji period (1868-1912)

Approx. dimensions:
Seated samurai: Height 34 cm, Width 31 cm, Depth 18 cm

Retainer: Height 27 cm, Width 22.5 cm, Depth 14 cm

Horse: Height 22 cm, Width 29 cm, Depth 7 cm

In good original condition, with traces of wear conforming to age, like wear of textile and hair. Restoration long sword. Please refer to the photos for a clear condition reference.