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This shaffron was possibly made for one of the sankin kōtai (alternate attendance) processions that nobles were required to make to Edo at regular intervals.
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Title: Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense)
Date: 19th century
Culture: Japanese
Medium: Papier-maché, wood, lacquer, gold, hair
Dimensions: H. 22 in. (55.9 cm); W. 14 in. (35.6 cm); D. 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 4.7 oz. (586.8 g)
Classification: Equestrian Equipment-Shaffrons
Credit Line: Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Accession Number: 36.25.499
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