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GALLERY: Asian Art by Kyoko
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Antique Kesi Cloth, Chinese Emperor's Robe with Dragon |
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Antique Japanese Nobori Banner, Samurai on Horse |
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Samurai Kamishimo in Tan Color
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Pre 1900 item# 798809
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Asian Art by Kyoko
Tel: 562-902-0625
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This is “kataginu” (shoulder cloth), only the upper vest of kamishimo without a trouser. Kami-shimo simply means top and bottom in Japanese. It was a high ranking samurai’s formal attire when they attended official meetings at the Edo castle. It was worn over kosode (kimono with small sleeves) with trousers. The shoulders are arch shaped and this was the style that developed in the late Edo period (1603-1868). Longer trousers (approx. 1.5 times longer) were chosen for special occasions. ...click for details
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Samurai Kamishimo in Moss Green
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Pre 1900 item# 798804
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Asian Art by Kyoko
Tel: 562-902-0625
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This is “kataginu” (shoulder cloth), only the upper vest of kamishimo without a trouser. Kami-shimo simply means top and bottom in Japanese. It was a high ranking samurai’s formal attire when they attended official meetings at the Edo castle. It was worn over kosode (kimono with small sleeves) with trousers. The shoulders are arch shaped and this was the style that developed in the late Edo period (1603-1868). Longer trousers (approx. 1.5 times longer) were chosen for special occasions. ...click for details
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