Accession Number
2013/2.493

Title
Obi

Artist(s)
Japanese

Artist Nationality
Japanese (culture or style)

Object Creation Date
20th century

Medium & Support
silk, brocade

Dimensions
12 in x 156 in (30.48 cm x 396.24 cm)

Credit Line
Gift of Howard and Patricia Yamaguchi

Subject matter

This is a Fukuro obi in Zentsu-gara.   (A method of weaving called "Kawari Ori"  means "elaborate weaving" showed on the wrapping paper of this Obi) 
Fukuro Obi is double-layered  single sided obi in which two separately woven surfaces and back pieces of cloth are stitched together. This type of obi is typically only worn at weddings or other formal occasions.
Gara refers to the orientation, arrangement, and surface area of the patterns and pertains to a specific trend and obi tying style. In the Zentsuu gara type, the obi is entirely covered with designs, patterns, and motifs. The versatility of this patterning allows for a variety of obi tying styles. 

Physical Description
Dark red with blue and silver embroidered and repeated flower pattern throughout.  

Primary Object Classification
Costume and Costume Accessories

Primary Object Type
obi

Collection Area
Asian

Rights
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Keywords
floral patterns
kimonos
obis
repeated motif