This hitoe (unlined) summer silk kimono showcases wide vertical stripes that, upon closer inspection, reveal various hues of very low saturation. The finely woven threads create a dense, high-quality fabric. There are some light patina spots in the front. Its measurements are approximately 49 inches from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and 59 inches in height, or around 124 centimeters by 150 centimeters.

This artwork is featured on page 131 of Art Kimono: Aesthetic Revelations of Japan, 1905-1960. This book, published by Yorke Antique Textiles, can be previewed or purchased on our website here.

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