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81391: 1960s Japanese Kimono Silk Fabric, Arai-Hari, 60in.Rinzu Brocade Shigure Chrysanthemums

8139:1960s Rinzu Kimono Silk, 60inches

Vintage Japanese Textiles:
 
1960s Kimono Rinzu Silk Fabric Piece

Streaked *Shigure w/Chrysanthemums
Slight Metallic Deep Coral Blue - Gray-Blue
Arai-Hari

Width: 13.75 inches / 34.92 cm
Length: 60inches /  152.4cm

Catalog# 8139-1:

 US$20.00 per piece
plus shipping

Fabric History/Pedigree:  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 clicking HERE .

 For an excellent 'how-to' do  Arai-Hari oneself, we highly recommend Kae Warnock's Blog, Chocolate Factotum:



Fabric Description: 

Lightweight brocade Rinzu weave, translucent silk, strongly textured due to the *Shigure (tr: Passing Autumn Shower) slanted streaks, and stylized chrysanthemums in alternating deep-dark blue to gray-blue; fabric is deconstructed from a woman's kimono (see our close-ups);

Colors: Reminder that colors across devices can vary significantly; please use our text color descriptions in your consideration.

Condition: Excellent.

Suitable for making scarves or accessories
$ 20.00

81391: 1960s Japanese Kimono Silk Fabric, Arai-Hari, 60in.Rinzu Brocade Shigure Chrysanthemums