Base fabric: gauze-weave (sha)

Size style: Chu-haori  

Family crests (mon) present: five

Dimensions: 49 inches (124 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and 35 inches (89 cm) in height.

 The muso haori is a special type of summer garment made from fine, translucent sha silk, designed to be worn with the solid black side out, subtly revealing the colorful design within as the wearer moves. This high-grade haori features see-through tailoring where the fabric is not cut between the inside and outside, with the outer panels of the body continuing uninterrupted to the 'lining'. Consequently, the lining is not separately attached but is an integral part of the haori's structure, unveiling a painted pattern on the lining through the fine silk.

The interior lining of this haori exemplifies the refined Japanese aesthetic of yuzen-painting, where a delicate garden scene unfolds on a rich black background. The composition depicts a classic Japanese garden motif with trailing vines, bamboo leaves, and what appears to be begonia leaves (shukaido) arranged in an elegant, naturalistic style. The design demonstrates the sophisticated Japanese principle of asymmetrical balance, with elements thoughtfully distributed across the garment.

The artwork shows masterful use of traditional Japanese painting techniques, with delicate brushwork evident in the fine lines depicting plant stems and water patterns. The color palette is subtle and harmonious, featuring soft greens, whites, and pale peach accents against the deep black background. The flowing water pattern, depicted with minimal curved lines, adds movement and grounding to the composition.

The design exhibits the Japanese aesthetic principle of "yohakuno bi" (the beauty of empty space), where the black background plays an active role in the composition rather than serving as mere negative space. The placement of motifs creates a visual narrative that flows naturally across the garment, with vines gracefully connecting different elements of the scene.

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