Accession Number
2005/1.405

Title
Black satin Dochugi damask raincoat

Artist(s)
Japanese

Artist Nationality
Japanese (culture or style)

Object Creation Date
1950s-1970s

Medium & Support
black flower pattern silk

Dimensions
49 3/16 in. x 53 1/8 in. ( 125 cm x 135 cm )

Credit Line
Gift of Howard and Patricia Yamaguchi

Subject matter
Dochugi are much like haori or michiyuki, but are longer and fit more like a kimono, tying at the sides.

Physical Description
This dochugi raincoat is made from black silk with flower patterns. The oval-shaped neckline is made from two arched lines that come together in a slight point on the right side, and has buttons down the front.

Primary Object Classification
Costume and Costume Accessories

Primary Object Type
kimono

Additional Object Classification(s)
Textile

Collection Area
Asian

Rights
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Keywords
kimonos
raincoats