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78872: 1960s Japanese AraiHari Vintage Kimono Silk Fabric,55in.Pc.Nature,Shrine

Vintage Japanese Textiles:
1960s Kimono Silk Fabric Piece
Arai-Hari
Classic Country Scene: Mountain, Trees, Houses, etc.

Width: 13.5 inches / 34.29 cm
Length: 55 inches / 139.8 cm

Catalog# 7887-2:

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, slightly translucent, derived from a woman's kimono, the fabric is a darker mauve background with interwoven designs in hades of pink; Motif is a classic countryside scene: mountains, trees, shrines, old style Japanese houses, river boat etc. designs on one side only, reverse is a negative of the front (dark mauve on pink); minimal drape; no sheen.

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.