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6485: 1960s Japanese Kimono Silk Fabric Piece 55" (AraiHari)

Vintage Japanese Textiles:
1960's Silk Fabric Piece
Floral & Gosho Ningyo(Palace Dolls)
Arai-Hari

Width: 14 inches / 35.56 cm
Length: 55 inches / 139.7 cm

Catalog# 6485:

Discounted Price: US$10.00 per piece (List US$18.00)

USA Shipping included under 4 pounds package weight

Fabric History/Pedigree: Pieces received from traditional Japanese kimono cleaner/reconstructor called Arai-Hari -- see an excellent explanation of traditional Arai Hari by textile expert John Marshall,by click-pushing HERE.

Fabric Description: Lightweight silk originally intended to make a woman's kimono; This is a 1960's fabric piece which is a red background color with designs of light blue pastel-colored floral decorated balls, with Gosho Ningyho (Palace Dolls, a classic motif); Colors within the designs and figures are very light pinks, blues, and a few light yellows(see closeups); This is a definite print process, so designs on one side.

Note on colors: As all devices have differing coloration, please use our text descriptions of colors to complement your sense of the color of the fabric.

Condition: Very Good (Few minor small pinholes and stains, barely visible but price reduced)