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Description

Komon (小紋) that is open at the front, with sleeves of hanging panels with small openings for the wrists at the top. Made of patterned silk with evenly spaced sets of metallic gold threads running vertically. The garment is heavily dyed in triangular patterns in shades of blue and purple, interspersed with areas of light yellow. Embroidered below the waste and on the backs of arms and shoulders are yellow and orange-brown flowers with vines tied in bows. The interior of the garment is fully lined with bright red and blue silk.

History Of Use

Komon (小紋) is a casual kimono, but can be dressed up with a formal obi sash. It can be worn for dancing.

Narrative

Purchased by donor from a Kyoto-based dealer in San Francisco.

Specific Techniques

Komon (小紋) or “small patterns”, which has the repeated patterns all over the fabric with no particular direction.

Item History

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