This jacket showcases two large shibori tsuzumi (handdrum) motifs, consisting of patch overlays surrounded by numerous fan motifs and embroidery highlights, creating a vibrant and dynamic composition.

A rich and diverse color palette features a deep teal background that serves as a canvas for the hundreds of multicolored stenciled fan motifs, which appear to scatter across the fabric. Shades of red, yellow, and white contrast beautifully against the dark background, giving the jacket a lively and festive appearance. The tsuzumi-motif patches, executed in shibori, stand out with their light color and detailed texture, further enhanced by delicate metallic embroidery that adds a touch of elegance and sophistication. The sinuous, embroidered cord pattern connecting the drums introduces a graceful, flowing element that contrasts beautifully with the more geometric overall pattern.

The overall composition, with its scattered fan pattern, evokes the spontaneity and energy of Abstract Expressionism. However, the precise, repeated nature of these small shapes also suggests influences from Pointillism, a technique developed in the late 19th century but which continued to influence 20th-century art. The large, stylized drum motifs and the cord and tassel shapes bring to mind elements of Art Deco and Modernism, with their emphasis on bold, geometric forms and stylized natural elements.

Dimensions: 50inches (127 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and 37 inches (94 cm) in height.

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