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7881:1960s Japanese AraiHari Vintage Kimono Silk Fabric,62in.MumsMedallionGrid

Vintage Japanese Textiles:
1960s Kimono Silk Fabric Piece
Arai-Hari
Floral Hexagonal Medallions in Grid

Width: 14 inches / 35.56 cm
Length: 47 inches / 119.32 cm

Catalog# 7881:

US$16.00 per piece
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Fabric History/Pedigree: 1960s silk fabric 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: This is medium-lightweight silk, derived from a woman's kimono; the fabric is black and cream with several accents in dark peach (centers of some flowers); motif is a grid with hexagonal figures (3.5inches / 8.89cm diameter with 2.5 inches / 6.4cm diameter imperial chrysanthemums aligned in a symmetrical grid; This is a print, design one side only, minimal translucence and is slightly elastic; a little drape.

About Pictures: Please NOTE that colors and contrast differ on each device so please use our text descriptions to complement your sense of the fabric.

Recommended for making scarves/accessories.

Condition: Excellent.