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Kimono

Japanese

Artwork Details

Kimono
early 20th century
Japanese
silk
66 1/8 x 49 3/8 in. (168.0 x 125.5 cm)
Gift of Janet and Bill Cassebaum
2009/2.3

Description

Subject Matter:

Black tomesode is a formal kimono for women. With festive motifs, this one was worn by bride or groom's close, married relatives.

Physical Description:

Silk dyed with a black background and festive drum and flower designs in the bottom portion. Three family crests below shoulders and back collor.

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