This chirimen silk kimono features woven arrow motifs and comes with several silk splits within the inner red lining, all discreetly hidden when the kimono is displayed. It measures 49 inches (125 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and stands at 62 inches (157 cm) in height.

This artwork is featured on page 272 of Art Kimono: Aesthetic Revelations of Japan, 1905-1960. This book, published by Yorke Antique Textiles, can be previewed or purchased on our website here.

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