MARLA MALLETT: TEXTILES Japanese Kuro Tomesode Meiji period, 1880s. Chirimen silk crepe with yuzen dyeing.  51"across shoulders; 60½"long. Red silk benibana upper lining, with an extensively painted lower self lining.  This garment has slightly longer sleeves than are usual for a tomesode of this time period, and  was probably made for a special client or special occasion. It is in excellent condition. The back of this garment is plain, except for the usual three white crests. Read about yuzen dyeing on the Design Techniques page--the decorating technique used for the most formal kimono.    $1600 K-4377  Large full view               Large detail               Photo, Lining Collectors' Page - 1 HOME Price List