7860: 80s Japanese Kimono Silk Fabric, 62in.Pc. AraiHari,Cranes Fans Floral

Vintage Japanese Textiles:
1980's Kimono Silk Fabric Piece, Arai-Hari

Bold, Large-Scale Cranes, Decorated Fan, Cords
Slight Chirimen Texture

Width: 13.25 inches / 33.7 cm
Length: 62 inches / 157.48 cm

Catalog# 7860:

US$18.00 per piece

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Fabric History/Pedigree: Pieces received from a traditional Japanese kimono cleaner/reconstructor called Arai-Hari -- see an excellent explanation of traditional Arai Hari by textile expert John Marshall,by click-pushing HERE.

Fabric Description: Lightweight silk is a 1980s piece from a woman's formal kimono; the fabric background is soft-white with bold, brightly colored motifs of decorated fans, multi-colored cranes in flight, large mums and other flowers as well as decorative cord and tassels; most of the designs have metallic silver and gold as accents, probably appliqued; As for colors: There is a predominance of dark and bright reds and orange, but full use of all colors on the spectrum ( Please see closeups) designs on one side only; slightly textured, chirimen-like; minimal sheen, nice weighted drape.

Colors: Please consider our text descriptions to complement your sense of the fabric, as colors and contrast differ on different devices.

Recommended for making scarf/accessories.

Condition: Excellent.