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Sash for a Firefighter's Suit (Kaji shōzoku)

late 1700s

Japan, Edo period

(1615–1868)
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Medium
Wool (rasha); applique and silk and gold thread cord
Credit Line
Gift of John C. Weber 2020.423.c
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Wool has self-extinguishing properties that protect the wearer from fire.

Description

Wood architecture in densely populated areas made firefighting a frequent occurrence in the Edo period (1615–1868). Jackets made of leather or wool offered firefighters protection against the flames. Wool was imported from Europe. The jacket's triple ring crest in white is of the “three alternating rings” (mitsurin chigai) type framed in a tortoise shell (kikko) motif, and identified the house with which the wearer was affiliated.

Sash for a Firefighter's Suit (Kaji shōzoku)

late 1700s

Japan, Edo period (1615–1868)

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