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Noh Costume (Nuihaku) with Ivy, Incense Wrappers, and Bamboo Blinds

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The traditional Japanese garment features a predominantly brown base color with a vibrant floral pattern. The pattern includes various shades of red, orange, white, black, and blue. The design also incorporates plaid and stripes in red and gold. A repeating motif consists of boats on water with floral designs. The garment is cut into distinct sections: a triangular section at the top center, two wide rectangular sections on either side, and a flared bottom section divided into multiple layers. The sleeves are wide and rectangular. The background of the image is plain white.

Artwork Details

Date
first half of the 18th century
Medium
Silk embroidery and gold leaf on silk satin
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
551 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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