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This chu (medium-length-sleeve) furisode is crafted from heavy rinzu (figured) silk, adorned with cherry blossoms, fans, kikko (tortoiseshell) flowers, and stream motifs. The stream is created using shibori technique, while the fans feature a multicolor, complex embossing resembling mother-of-pearl. The black background is embellished with gold-glazing specks. Its upper inner lining (doura) is made of synthetic material in white. This furisode measures 50 inches from sleeve-end to sleeve-end by 62 inches in height (127 cm x 157 cm).
Typically vibrant and colorful, furisode are garments for single young women and girls. This particular kimono's subdued tone is highly unusual, suggesting it was intended for a more solemn occasion. Its intricate craftsmanship indicates it was likely an expensive piece, as few late 20th-century workshops could execute such sophistication. The design layout seems intentionally reminiscent of those from the 18th century.