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Vintage Japanese Ceremonial Wedding Kimono with Embroidery Designs

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A large Japanese Wedding Kimono with bold embroidery designs. The auspicious attire was known as Uchikake and was worn by the bride during the wedding ceremony made from silk and heavy padding on the trailing skirt. The robe on offer has a light-yellow background on which elaborated embroidered with large peonies of shades of red and fuchsia in full bloom and knotted pine trunks with gold and silver needles. Symbol of prosperity and beauty, peony is one of the most beloved motifs in Japanese art. The evergreen pines represent long-lasting life and marriage. The bold and luxuriant colors and tight composition with focal points were meant to draw eyes to the bride. This kimono is dated to early 20th century, likely 1930s-1950s, and was worn as an outer robe over the inner garment during wedding ceremony.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	textile embroidered
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Kimono is of good vintage condition, very minor stray threads and tiny spots of mark.
Creation Date:	1930-50s
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Asian/Oriental, Florals/Botanical
Incollect Reference #:	728345

Dimensions

W.	52 in;	H.	74 in;	D.	1 in;
W.	132.08 cm;	H.	187.96 cm;	D.	2.54 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.