This omeshi woven silk kimono presents a sophisticated and culturally rich design, reflecting both enduring traditions and the aesthetics of its time.  The kimono's black background provides a dramatic canvas for the scattered motifs and meandering lines. The primary design element is a stylized representation of threaded bobbins or shuttles (itoguruma), which are directly linked to the romantic Tanabata festival, also known as the Star Festival.

The Tanabata legend tells the story of two celestial lovers, Orihime the Weaver Princess (the star Vega) and Hikoboshi the Cowherd (the star Altair), who are separated by the Milky Way and allowed to meet only once a year. The bobbin or shuttle motif is a direct reference to Orihime's role as a divine weaver. Including this design on a kimono serves as a celebration of the festival and an allusion to feminine skill in weaving, diligence, and the romantic narrative of the celestial lovers. Artistically, the kimono's design is a blend of tradition and modernity. The geometric, almost abstract rendering of the bobbins in muted red, green, and gold tones, combined with the flowing, asymmetrical teal lines that may suggest the threads or the celestial river, feels contemporary for the 1940s. The overall composition, with its dynamic yet uncluttered layout, reflects a modern design sensibility that values both symbolic depth and graphic clarity.

The kimono measures 50 inches (127 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and stands at 61 inches (155 cm) in height.