This striking silk kimono showcases abstract arrow-feather motifs, incorporating vertical metallic silver thread inserts in certain areas. The blue arrow-feather appearance is, in fact, a complex arrangement of differently colored threads, visible in detail images. Its measurements are 49 inches (124 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and 57 inches (145 cm) in height.

This artwork is featured on page 268 of Art Kimono: Aesthetic Revelations of Japan, 1905-1960. This book, published by Yorke Antique Textiles, can be previewed or purchased on our website here.

The piece is also featured on page 142 of the July-August 2017 edition of Arts of Asia.

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