Kendo Do Dai (Body Protector) - Pearlescent Finish - Domestic Lacquer

This is a Kendo Do (body protector) stand.
It is a 60-ply bamboo Do.
The maximum opening is approximately 37cm.
Because the holes were crushed,
it was stock from Kyoto Yamajyu Tokusei Nuri.
Naturally, as it is an old item,
unfortunately, it had deteriorated with age.
A lacquer craftsman rebuilt the coating using only domestic lacquer,
resulting in its current condition.
It has been waxed and polished, so
I believe the luster is excellent.
I apologize for the severe reflections in the photos.
In the dojo,
it will appear as a Do with a Tame Nuri (dark reddish-brown lacquer) finish.
There is a small dot slightly to the lower left of the center.
If this is a concern for you,
please refrain from bidding.

I wanted to use it,
but the width is too narrow for me,
and considering the risk of opening an old Do stand,
I am reluctantly listing it.

Only those who will cherish it,
please bid.