Bidspirit auction | JAPANESE GUARDIAN LION FIREFIGHTER JACKET,

JAPANESE GUARDIAN LION FIREFIGHTER JACKET, ADAIR ESTATE - The rare 19th century firefighter's jacket of thick multi-layered hand-loomed cotton is decorated with mother and cub Shishi, guardian lions which were believed to repel danger, rendered with swirling manes and fierce expressions, set against a background of crashing water and steep ravines. Measures 40 x 47 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 40 x 47 inches. Condition Very good condition with good color, no major damage. 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.