This summer kimono features a bold, all-over pattern of stylized circular motifs in cream and pale yellow against a dark ground, interspersed with distinctive blue dotted clusters that create visual rhythm across the surface. The design demonstrates clear influences from both Art Deco and emerging mid-century modern aesthetics, with its geometric abstraction and sophisticated color palette that moves away from classical naturalistic representations toward a more contemporary graphic sensibility.
The circular motifs themselves appear to be highly stylized interpretations of traditional Japanese floral forms rendered with such geometric abstraction that they take on an almost industrial or atomic-age character typical of mid-century design. The radiating lines within each circle create a sense of energy and movement that echoes both traditional Japanese textile patterns like shippo (seven treasures) and the dynamic visual language of modernist design. The blue dotted elements add textural contrast and could represent leaves, buds, or purely decorative elements that enhance the overall rhythm of the composition.
The innovative weave structure, combining silk with rayon in a net-like effect with strategically placed thicker threads, reflects the experimental textile technologies and material innovations of the post-war era. This technical approach creates both visual and tactile interest while maintaining the breathable quality essential for summer wear. The overall effect is remarkably contemporary, suggesting influences from Western modernist movements while retaining distinctly Japanese sensibilities in its balanced composition and subtle color harmonies.
Measuring 49 inches (124 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end, it stands at 56 inches (142 cm) in height.