This expansive chirimen silk wedding kurofurisode presents a captivating portrayal of graceful flying cranes above a dynamic seascape with rocky shores. The design incorporates yuzen-painting, sumi-e painting, and embroidery accents, along with skillful 'bokashi' techniques that create graduated shading between the dark background and the vibrant coastal scene. Adorning the piece are five family crests (mon). It measures 51 inches (130 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and stands tall at 68 inches (173 cm) in height.

This artwork is featured on page 99 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.

The piece is also featured on page 138 of the July-August 2017 edition of Arts of Asia.

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