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Subject Matter:

Probably This is a “Hakata-Ori”

is a traditional Japanese textile produced in Fukuoka Prefecture with a history of more than 770 years.  The name is a combination of the originated region (Hakata, Japan) and the word "Ori" (weaving).There are two types of Hakata-ori: kenjo hakata-ori and mon ori hakata-ori. Kenjo Hakata-orii is a traditional pattern, represents the idea related to Buddhism beliefs and got influenced by Sui Dynasty (581-618) period, China. Mon ori hakata-ori is a name for the Hakata-ori that contains multi-colored designs.  Hakata-ori is most used as Obi which both men and women can wear.

Physical Description:

Dark green with multiple types of stripes in off-white.

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