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JAPANESE ARMOR, The Galeno Collection
Ian Bottomley (1997)
Excellent full color photography and detailed illustrations together with Bottomly's highly informative descriptions documents this important collection of Japanese armor. Many are seen in print for the first time ever in this text. Included are armor, helmets, mengu (face masks), and accouterments with each section preceded by a brief overview. Descriptions of each example not only address age and composition, but also its rarity and aesthetic. Indexed and supported by a full glossary.
211 pages, 8¾ x 11" hardcover $55

JAPANESE ARMOR FROM THE JEAN SAPORTA COLLECTION
ARMURES JAPONAISES DANS LA COLLECTION JEAN SAPORTA
Jean Christophe CHARBONNIER (2007)
Documents the important Saporta collection of Japanese armor: kabuto, mempo, gusoku - complete armor en suite, and accessories. The exceptional photographic record of the collection is accompanied by detailed descriptions in both French and English, and supported by a comprehensive glossary and bibliography.
176 Pages, 8½ x 12" hardcover $135

JAPANESE ARMOR
100 Pieces selected from the Collection of the Kozu Foundation of Kyoto
ARMURES DU JAPON
100 Pièces sélectionncées dans la Collection de la Fondation Kozu de Kyoto
Robert BURAWOY (2005)
This book draws its examples from the Kozu Foundation's exceptional collection of important armor. Presented is a detailed study significant works in both French and English. Included is a glossary of terms that is indexed back to the text for visual reinforcement. Excellent photography reproduced on gloss-stock for optimal clarity. The elongated format* reminiscent of Burawoy's earlier publications lends itself well to presentation of gusoku. Also include is a bibliography of 70 publications to have illustrated parts of the Kozu collection, a signature feature of the author's research.
128 Pages, 8½ x 14½" hardcover $155

*On meeting Robert Burawoy at his Paris gallery in 2001 he noted criticism of the format (length/width) of his publications for not fitting neatly into a bookshelf, to which he would respond that his books should stay out and be read.

ARMURES DU JAPON II
100 Pièces sélectionncées dans la Collection du Musée Stibbert de Florence
JAPANESE ARMOR II
100 Pieces selected from the Collection of the Stibbert Museum in Florence
Robert BURAWOY (2006)
The follow up to Burawoy's 2005 publication, this book draws its examples from the important Italian museum's collection. Presented is a detailed study of significant armor in both English and French. Included is a glossary of terms that is indexed back to the text for visual reinforcement. Excellent photography reproduced on gloss-stock for optimal clarity.
144 Pages, 8½ x 12" hardcover $135

CASQUES, MASQUES ET ARMURES DES SEIGNEURS DE L'ANCIEN JAPON
HELMETS, MASKS, AND ARMOR OF THE LORDS OF OLD JAPAN
Jean Christophe CHARBONNIER (2003)
Presents 84 fine examples from private collections with detailed descriptions in both French and English. Also included are histories of the main-line schools of armorers, an index and bibliography. Excellent photography reproduced on gloss-stock for optimal clarity.
207 Pages, 8½ x 12" hardcover $140

KATCHU SHI MEIKAN
SASAMA Yoshihiko (1975)
Japanese language text on armor. The book includes oshigata of many armor makers' signatures. Each oshigata is accompanied by a b&w photographic plate of the actual example from which the mei was recorded. Both the photos and oshigata are interspersed throughout the text's comprehensive listing of armor makers. This authoritative, seminal text served as the basis for Chapeller's important 1987 work.
351 pages, 5¼ x 7½" hardcover $80

THE ARMOUR BOOK IN HONCHO-GUNKIKO
Arai Hakuseki (1964)
This is the armor complement to The Sword and Samé as both are translations from the Honcho-Gunkiko, an influential early reference of Japanese military arms and equipment. The original work was responsible for the revival of classical construction in armor between 1750 and 1860. In short, this is an important book that both details armor and was written specifically for a samurai audience. This edition is accompanied by 38 plates and 44 illustrations.
132 pages, 7½ x 10" hardcover $175

A SHORT HISTORY OF JAPANESE ARMOUR
H.R.Robinson (1965)
An informative survey of Japanese armor spanning early tomb excavations to the Edo period. This was a precursor to Robinson's important 1969 publication and is supported by numerous b&w photographs, illustrations, and a ten page glossary.
45 pages, 10½ x 7¼" soft cover $30.00

ARMS & ARMOR OF THE SAMURAI
Bottomley, Hopson
Surveys the Yamato through Edo period development of the samurai as a historical progression that parallels the history of Japanese weaponry. As the title suggests, arms and armor are featured, however, the range of examples is quite remarkable. This well written, large format text is accompanied by both color and b/w photos, and prints.
192 pages, 9½ x 12¼" hardcover $70

JAPANESE ARMS & ARMOR
H.R.Robinson (1969)
This text examines arms in the course of expanding upon the evolution of Japanese armor. Photo examples borrow heavily from Italian collections. The book is set up in two sections. The first includes seven chapters which follow a chronological format, while the second section is devoted entirely to 110 color and b&w plates accompanied by descriptions.
54 pgs of text followed by 112 plates, 10 x 12¼" hardcover $79

AN INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE ARMOUR
D. Wurr, editor
Utilizing period illustrations and many examples from the Royal Armouries (UK) collection this text presents a survey of Japanese armor demonstrating construction and evolution in response to changing conditions on the battlefield. Color photographs, with bibliography and fold-out glossary of term.
32 pages, 6¾ x 9½" soft cover $25.00

ARMS & ARMOUR OF OLD JAPAN
B.W.Robinson (r.1951)
A general overview of Japanese arms and armor drawn primarily from the Victoria & Albert Museum (UK). This was a precursor to the essential 1961 publication The Arts of The Japanese Sword. Supported by 26 b&w photographs.
45 pages, 5½ x 8½" soft cover $30.00

850 JAPANESE ARMOR TERMS
W.M.Hawley
Following the format of the popular Japanese Sword Terms, this text defines essential terminology relevant to the study of armor and related items. Terms are listed alphabetically and written in both Romanji and Kanji. Illustrations borrow heavily from early Japanese manuscripts.
128 pages, 8½ x 11" spiral bound $35.00

ARMURES DU JAPON Robert Burawoy (20 May - 18 June 1994, Paris) French-language exhibit catalog. A total of 18 lots are presented: complete armor (3), kabuto (5), tachi (1), menpo (8), and saddle w/stirrups; each piece fully described and shown in large format, high quality photos. Includes Japanese-French glossary and bibliography. 14 pages, 12½ x 12½" soft cover $35.00
HONCHO BUKI MEIKAN: Handbook of Military Items Yahagisawa Shosuke Reprinted from 19th century woodblock prints, this text surveys the military equipment of the samurai. The first eleven pages deals with armor and related items, references to the Myochin line and false names of armor/helmet makers are also listed. 17 pages, 8½ x 11" soft cover $6.95

KATCHU,
JAPANESE ARMOR OF THE KAMAKURA PERIOD
F.Seyssel-Hawley
This text was originally printed in 1700 as part of the Shuko Jisshu encyclopedia and details famous helmets and armor dating to the Kamakura jidai. Woodblock illustrations.
34 pages, 5½ x 8½" soft cover $5.95

THE INFLUENCE OF JAPANESE WARS ON WEAPONS AND ARMOR
Yasu Kizu
Covers major battles and the resulting changes in military equipment through to the 19th century.
26 pages, 5½ x 8½" soft cover $5.95

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