Accession Number
2013/2.524.18

Title
Various undergarments - half moon padding

Artist(s)
Japanese

Artist Nationality
Japanese (culture or style)

Dimensions
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Credit Line
Gift of Howard and Patricia Yamaguchi

Subject matter

Hosei-yogu (padding)

Padding is used for making the body flat. “No hip and no waist” is one of the keys to wear kimono beautifully. Kimono is sewn in straight lines.  Dressing kimono is just like placing one sheet of cloth on your body.

Physical Description

“Kitsuke Komono” accessories for putting on Kimono.

Primary Object Classification
Costume and Costume Accessories

Primary Object Type
undergarment

Collection Area
Asian

Rights
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Keywords
kimonos
padding (material)
worn costume accessories