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Brocade obijime (obi cord) with a tassel

Dômyô

Artwork Details

Brocade obijime (obi cord) with a tassel
1960s-1980s
Dômyô
braided silk cord with silver metallic threads
20 in x 1 in x 3/16 in (50.8 cm x 2.54 cm x 0.48 cm)
Gift of Howard and Patricia Yamaguchi
2005/1.365

Description

Subject Matter:

Kumihimo is the name for a type of Japanese braiding. The word kumihimo means a gathering of thread.
Obijime are cords tied on the outside of the obi. Since they are visible, they come in a variety of colors and styles. Obijime would be chosen to match the kimono.

Physical Description:

Kumihimo (braided) silk brocade with silver metallic threads.

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