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Fine Vintage Japanese Furisode Kimono with Yuzen Dyes and Embroidery

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A silk Japanese furisode Kimono with fine decoration circa 1920-40s. The furisode was made with a light almond-color silk and red cotton lining. It was profusely decorated with Yuzen, a painstaking resistant dye technique using rice starch. Yuzen was invented in the 17th century and used in traditional kimono making. The Yuzen created an amazing imagery on this piece, taking the full advantage of what the technique can achieve. On a mountainous landscape shroud in shifting dark grey and deep green mist, cascading cypresses and swaying maples cover nearly the entire surface. Several flower carts for noble ladies, one of the beloved subjects in Japanese art, especially in kimono attire, were featured prominently on both sides. On top of the Yuzen design, embroidered cranes in colored threads fly across the kimono, adding the auspicious symbols as well as motion to the piece. A wonderful textile for the disconcerted collectors.

More Information

Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Silk and cotton
Condition:	Good. minor age appropriate wear, no obvious stains or odor.
Creation Date:	1920-40s
Styles / Movements:	Bespoke, Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Animal/Insects, Asian/Oriental, Florals/Botanical, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	373645

Dimensions

W.	51 in;	H.2.	68 in;
W.	129.54 cm;	H.2.	172.72 cm;

Message from Seller:

Our collection ranges from Neolithic Art to 20th century collectible art and design. It spans 5000 thousand years of history and crosses many civilizations and cultures. Our aesthetic strongholds are Mid-century studio design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian Textile Art and Contemporary Aboriginal Art. The diversity is united behind our singular vision to seek for timeless beauty and driven purely by our passion

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