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Old Black Japanese Kimono Wedding Gown, Forest Scene browse these categories for related items... All Items: Archives:Regional Art: Pre 1920: item # 132892 Asian Art by Kyoko California USA Guest Book Sold. Thank you! |
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Beautiful Black Japanese silk kimono Uchikake (Wedding Gown):
In Japan, there is a popular term that describes a very loving couple. They are called an Oshidori Couple.
It must have come from seeing pairs tagging along so closely together near ponds or lakes. Many folk tales were told in different regions associating their affections for each other. Here is a strikingly beautiful view of an Oshidori couple, flying over a pond and plum trees in a dark background. The finest embroidery and silver couching thread work on thick but soft black Shusu (Japanese silk satin), lined with red silk. You could not find this kind of quality silk in newer silk. The amazing quality workmanship is shown throughout the gown. The condition of this gown is almost like new. There are some loose threads in the silver couching yarns, thin red silk thread which holds the thick silver cord, are old and broken in a small area. The gown is currently sent out for this repair. All family crests are done with gold (real gold) couching and are all in perfect shape. The size is petite, 63 1/2" long and 48" sleeve to sleeve, a perfect size to decorate a wall. Hung on the wall, it is guaranteed to awe your guests. Circa, Meiji to Taisho period (1868-1926). |
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