This meisen silk haori presents a striking display of abstracted motifs that exemplify the bold graphic sensibility of post-war Japanese textile design. Against a deep black ground, radiating shapes burst forth in vivid red, pristine white, and warm golden yellow, each rendered with fine linear striations that create dramatic starburst effects. These appear to float and overlap in dynamic arrangements, suggesting movement and celebration while maintaining the sophisticated color palette characteristic of mid-century modern design.
The artistic treatment reflects the influence of contemporary graphic design and commercial art that was flourishing during Japan's economic recovery period. The meisen technique's capacity for achieving sharp graphic contrasts and precise linear details is fully exploited here, creating effects that rival screen printing in their clarity and impact.
The overlapping compositional structure and the radiating linear patterns within each motif create optical dynamism that aligns with emerging op-art sensibilities.
It measures 50 inches (127 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and stands at 34 inches (86 cm) in height.