Masterwork mud-dye heiyo silk geometric kimono

This small geometric design is particular to the Oshima style of dying. Looking closely, areas of pure mud dye become visible, as do bright blue dots of indigo . This exceptional piece of textile craftsmanship is millimeter-perfect, requiring generational experience. The result is a densensely woven, drapy, heavy kimono that shimmers in the light and rewards close-up inspection of each fibre.

Early Showa period

Garment length: 157cm

Garment width: 133cm

Sleeve height: 45cm