Pieces from a Robe (Kosode) with Pattern of Grapevine and Fence

Black fabric with irregular edges, featuring a repeating pattern of diagonal beige strips. The strips are adorned with purple and white flowers, green leaves, and clusters of yellow beads, accompanied by thin brown vines. The fabric is set against a beige background. The title of the piece is "Pieces from a Robe (Kosode) with Pattern of Grapevine and Fence".

Artwork details

Date:: late 17th–mid-18th century
Medium:: Shibori-dyed silk satin damask (rinzu) embroidered with silk and metallic thread
Culture:: Japan
Dimensions:: 319 × 624 px
Museum record:: View original