This rinzu (damask) chirimen (crepe) silk kimono displays vertical striping intricately woven with a minute and subtle damask, forming an interconnecting sayagata motif. Its measurements span 46 inches (117 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and stand at 57 inches (145 cm) in height.

This artwork is featured on page 123 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.

This piece also featured on page 94 of the Spring 2022 edition of Arts of Asia.

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