Black Rinzu Silk Haori: Silk-Screened Noh Theatre Scenes

This silk haori  features scenes from traditional Noh theatre rendered on a rinzu (damask) base. The garment is crafted on a deep black silk ground, which provides a stark, architectural field for the high-contrast imagery.

The all-over silk-screened composition depicts various iconic props and elements associated with Noh performances, including elaborate stage-set structures, ceremonial fans (uchiwa), and floral arrangements. These motifs are rendered in a sophisticated palette of cream, soft sage, and muted terracotta, with fine linework detailing the structural complexity of the stage elements. The rinzu base fabric adds a secondary layer of visual luxury; light interacting with the woven damask reveals tonal patterns—including subtle pine boughs, a classic symbol of the Noh stage—that seem to "shimmer" beneath the primary printed scenes.

It measures 49 inches (124 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and stands at 31 inches (79 cm) in height.