This relatively thick silk girl's kimono highlights flower motifs and has a stunning visual impact with purple and orange flowers against a black background. However, it does have a tiny cut on the shoulder. Measuring 30 inches (76 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and standing at 33 inches (84 cm) in height, the design choice captures the artistic exuberance characteristic of the Taisho period.

The piece is featured on page 140 of the July-August 2017 edition of Arts of Asia.

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