silk Fabric,Japanese kimono silk piece, panel

This is a piece of light weight Japanese silk from the 1980's, taken from a splendid lady's kimono done in shibori tie-dyeing and with elastic crepe (chirimen) silk, the type usually seen in obiage (special sashes) but also in certain select higher end woman's kimono;

Fabric is from a lady's kimono which was taken apart and cleaned in the past; This chirimen (crepe) can be stretched slightly due to the extent of the corrugation caused by the thick shibori; Colors are very light pastels in color gradation transitions(similar to bokashi), predominantly light shades o lavender, aqua blues and light fuschia to pinks; One side is more lavender, the other more light pastel blues (noticeable in the close-ups).

The part of the fabric which has the shibori is interwoven with the traditional geometric diagonal maze-like design along with some chrysanthemums.

Overall condition is excellent, like new: fabric is clean but there are some minor needleholes from the shibori and from taking original kimono part -- insignificant; only stain is an over-dye of the light mustard color (shown in close-ups).

Fabric still intact and very strong; Excellent example of the artistry of traditional Japanese textiles.

Recommended for various creative projects, scarf, clothing or accessory design;

A NOTE ABOUT COLORS:
Please remember that all computer monitors show colors somewhat differently. The remarkable subtlety and wide range of colors used in traditional Japanese fabrics are often difficult to capture in a small internet size photo. While rendered as best we can, we therefore,ask you to please be sure to note our text description of the colors to complement your view of them.

2 Images Below: Apparent Dye Error (mustard color)

SHIPPING INCLUDED IN USA & Parts of Canada (Outside USA S/I discounted)

SHIPPING INCLUDED IN USA & Parts of Canada
(Outside USA S/I discounted)