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This delicate silk uchikake is a sheer masterpiece adorned with embroidered and painted motifs of cranes, pine, bamboo, plum blossoms, and the revered 'minogame' turtle. With two family crests on the front and three on the back, it spans 51 inches (130 cm) across the shoulders and stands 59 inches (150 cm) tall. The trio of plum blossom, bamboo, and pine, known as the 'three friends of winter,' symbolizes resilience and mutual support during challenging times, representing the winter season.
Another significant combination found on this robe is the pine, turtle, and crane motifs, signifying longevity and good fortune. Together, these elements create a simplified representation of the "Mount Horai" theme variation. In Taoist beliefs, Mount Horai was perceived as a paradise situated in the Eastern Sea (Sea of Japan), adding an ethereal and auspicious essence to the overall scene depicted on this wedding garment.