Bidspirit auction | A JAPANESE FIREMAN'S JACKET WITH

A JAPANESE FIREMAN'S JACKET WITH TENNIN , ADAIR ESTATE - The rare 19th century firefighter's jacket of thick multi-layered hand-loomed cotton is decorated with a female figure perhaps meant to represent a Tennin, ..''female spirit of the clouds and waters.'' per Wikipedia. If so, this would make sense as protective symbolism for Japanese firefighters who were so important to Edo period society in Japan's cities which were built primarily form wood and paper. Measures 38 x 48 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house. Dimensions Measures 38 x 48 inches. Condition Very good condition with good color, noting a hole under the proper left arm back underside. Provenance Provenance: The estate of John Adair Jr. (1942-2025), founder and proprietor of Kurofune Antiques, Tokyo (est. 1978). A world-renowned destination for Japanese basketry, prints and furniture, Kurofune was a landmark destination featured in The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Wall Street Journal.