[Mask] [World War II]
Japanese Type 99 Small Box Respirator Mask
Japanese Type 99 World War II gas mask, with original tubing and respirator pack, displayed on a custom stand, rendering into a striking sculptural element. The ‘99’ in its name comes from the 2599th anniversary from when the first Japanese emperor took the throne. Fine, 16 w x 17 h x 3 d inches (40.6 x 43 x 7.6 cm.). Small area of glue repaired tear to the tubing, else fine. (18764)Ephemera Art/Sculpture History & Historiography Military Health, Medicine & Nutrition