This radiant textile originates from the Taisho period (1912–1926) and is a scholarly example of the delicate, high-shine aesthetics that defined early 20th-century formal silk production. Measuring 14 inches by 60 inches (36 cm x 152 cm), the piece represents a complete panel from a disassembled kimono and is preserved in excellent condition. It is crafted from a fine, lightweight rinzu (silk damask) that boasts an impressive shine and a soft, wonderful drape typical of garments from this romantic era.

The visual narrative is a dense and sophisticated floral composition featuring ume (plum) blossoms set against a deep royal blue field. The blossoms are rendered in a vibrant palette of white, yellow, and red, with additional tonal accents in greens and greys. Interspersed throughout the floral field are large, horizontal kasumi (mist or cloud) bands in a saturated deep yellow, which provide a rhythmic, geometric break to the organic floral density. This combination of the royal blue ground with the sunny yellow mist reflects the Taisho era's preference for bold, expressive color contrasts and fine, light-reflective textures.

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