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Woman's Informal Kimono (yukata) with Abstract Tortoiseshell Patternearly Shōwa period (1926-1989), early 20th century

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Full-length white kimono displayed flat with sleeves extended, covered in an allover pattern of irregular blue-outlined hexagonal cells suggesting a resist-dyeing technique
Title
Woman's Informal Kimono (yukata) with Abstract Tortoiseshell Pattern
Place Made
Japan, Aichi Prefecture, Arimatsu
Date Made
early Shōwa period (1926-1989), early 20th century
Medium
Cotton plain weave, tie-resist dyed (shirakage shibori)
Dimensions
Center back length (Excluding collar): 65 1/4 in. (165.74 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of B. Rich
Accession Number
M.2021.232.254
Classification
Costumes
Collecting Area
Costume and Textiles