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Japanese Fireman's Coat Hikishi-Banten Showa Period

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A vintage Japanese Fireman's Jacket (known as Hikeshi-Banten in Japanese) woven with heavy cotton and decorated with stencil resist dye circa 1920-30s Showa Period. These types of jackets were traditionally worn by firemen in Japan, a very important profession during Edo and Meiji time when fire could be extremely devastating for the wood buildings.
The jacket features a wide red band flanked by two thin white bands along the shoulder, and two wide white bands around the waist. On the lapels, kanji characters read "Obama-Cho Fire Station" and "No 10 Team Member". On the back within the white circle, it displays large words "Obama" in a circle. Obama-Cho is a town located in Minamitakaki District, Nagasaki Prefecture in Japan.
When fully opened as shown in picture 1, it measures: 33" H x 51" W. Chest and Waist 26", Sleeve Length 12". The listed measurement is for parcel only.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	cotton
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. With an expected even minor fading and light wear.
Creation Date:	1920-30s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Asian
Patterns:	Asian/Oriental, Geometric, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	623824

Dimensions

W.	51 in;	H.	33 in;	D.	0.1 in;
W.	129.54 cm;	H.	83.82 cm;	D.	0.25 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.

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