Robe (Kosode) with Shells and Sea Grasses
Light beige garment with wide sleeves and a pointed top. The garment features horizontal bands of colorful designs. The designs depict shells and sea grasses in shades of orange, green, blue and brown. The bands are positioned at the top of the sleeves, across the chest, around the waist and along the bottom hem. The background behind the garment is dark gray and becomes lighter towards the bottom.
Artwork details
- Date:
- early 17th century
- Medium:
- Embroidery and gold leaf on plain-weave silk patterned with warp floats
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 468 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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