Accession Number
2016/2.34

Title
Kimono

Artist(s)
Japanese

Artist Nationality
Japanese (culture or style)

Object Creation Date
mid- to late-20th century

Medium & Support
silk

Dimensions
64 ½ in x 49 ½ in (163.83 cm x 125.73 cm)

Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Kazuko Miyake

Subject matter

Chirimen refers to the unique wrinkled texture, also called crepe texture, created by a specific weaving technique. This texture is often used with traditional Japanese fabrics, often silk, wool, or synthetic fiber.

Komon kimonos are a type of kimono that contains repeating patterns throughout the fabric.

Physical Description

White and light gray chirimen komon kimono with dyed light gray tree branch motifs with white inner lining

Primary Object Classification
Costume and Costume Accessories

Primary Object Type
obi

Collection Area
Asian

Rights
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Keywords
kimonos
light gray
repeated motif
wrinkles