7857:1950s Japanese Vintage Kimono Silk Fabric,AraiHari,45in.Pc., Ornate, Floral

Vintage Japanese Textiles:

Catalog No.: 7857

1950s Kimono Silk Fabric Piece Arai-Hari
Ornate Traditional Spring Motifs, Floral, Other

Width: 13.75 inches/ 34.92 cm
Length: 45 inches / 114.3 cm

US$15.00 per piece
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Fabric History/Provenance: Pieces received from a 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: This is a very fine lightweight & translucent silk, originally from a younger woman's kimono; the fabric has interwoven designs throughout of decorated fans, peonies and decorative cords; Full motif of cascading obi(s) top to bottom, and flower clusters in multiple blocks of varying designs, many types of flowers in traditional rendering, also crests of many sizes - all with flowers or symbols within; Background color is pale pink, and motifs have dominant reds (darker and bright) with shades of orange; Other colors seen throughout the fabric: yellow, blue, green, white, black, and purple; designs are intended for one-side display; soft to the touch and nice drape.

Recommended for making scarf/accessories, or even display.

Colors: Please use our text descriptions to complement your sense of the colors, as color and contrast differ on different devices.

Condition: Excellent.