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Japanese Woven Linen Kimono with Katazome Stencil Designs

Offered by: Tishu

Description
On offer is a Japanese summer kimono woven from indigo blue linen with ivory color fine stripes patterns with apparently darker weft additions. The elegant geometrical pattern is accentuated with stenciled white pattern of a floral design, likely peony blossom, a demanding technique called Katazome in Japanese. It adds another layer of delicate ornament to the garment. The kimono is lined with two colors of silk, meticulously hand finished and likely dated to late Meiji to early Taisho period circa 1900-1930s. When hanging as shown, it measures 49" w x 58" h.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Linen and silk
Condition:	Good. Fine condition without odor or stain, two very small holes along the bottom on the back of one sleeve as shown.
Creation Date:	1900-1930s
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Abstract, Asian/Oriental, Geometric
Incollect Reference #:	584794

Dimensions

W.	49 in;	H.	58 in;	D.	1 in;
W.	124.46 cm;	H.	147.32 cm;	D.	2.54 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.