This chirimen silk kimono features bold black vertical stripes alternating with golden yellow bands, creating a strong linear framework. Against this structured background, stylized chrysanthemum-like flowers in muted lavender tones appear to float across the surface, their placement seemingly random yet carefully balanced to create visual rhythm and movement.
The design reveals the influence of Art Nouveau's organic naturalism merged with emerging modernist sensibilities, particularly in how the imaginary flowers are rendered with simplified, almost abstract forms that prioritize decorative effect over botanical accuracy. The chirimen silk's characteristic crepe texture would have added subtle surface interest and light reflection, enhancing the interplay between the linear structure and organic forms.
It includes a tsumugi silk inner upper lining and measures approximately 52 inches (132 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and 59 inches (150 cm) in height.