Buddhist Kesa Japan. 18th century Silk, brocaded with gold metallic. 75"x 45½."As with all kesi, this priest's cloak is made in several separate strips or "patches"--supposedly to simulate the stitched-together rags of poverty! This luxurious brocade sends a contradictory message!  The piece is frail, and needs mounting or framing.....$985 W-5184  Full view below                Larger full view photo	MARLA MALLETT: TEXTILES Japanese Textiles - 1 HOME Price List