Noh Theater Robe (yore mizugoromo)

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Noh Theater Robe (yore mizugoromo)

Japan, late Edo period (1615-1868), early 19th century
Costumes; principal attire (entire body)
Silk plain weave with displaced weft patterning (yore)
Center back length: 47 3/8 in. (120.33 cm)
Purchased with funds provided by Jacqueline Avant and Janet Francine Cobert (M.2002.71.2)
Not currently on public view

Bibliography

  • Takeda, Sharon Sadako; Bethe, Monicat, with contributions by Goodall, Hollis; Hare, Tom; Shigeki, Kawakami; Ken, Kirihata; Morley, Carolyn A.; Nagasaki Iwao and Tanabe Sabur¯osuke.  Miracles and Mischief:  Noh and Kyogen Theater in Japan.  Los Angeles: Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 2002.