This uchikake, an opulent bridal robe, stands as a testament to the exceptional talent of its artists and craftsmen, evident in its superb design and yuzen-painted intricacy. Crafted from very lightweight silk, it possesses rich silk and metallic embroidery intertwined with exquisite yuzen work. Measuring 49 inches (124 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and standing at 59 inches (150 cm) in height, it features 'hana guruma' or 'flower cart' motifs.
In Japanese culture, 'hana guruma' represents floral carts, historically significant decorative motifs, particularly on women's textiles, and especially prevalent on bridal overkimono robes. This motif draws parallels between the grace and elegance of the bride and the refinement associated with the nobility during the Heian Period, considered Japan's cultural zenith. The image of ox-carts also influenced the motif of carts filled with flowers from the four seasons in art. These depictions not only inspired paintings but also real carts designed for flower arrangements, reflecting a cultural interplay between art and reality.