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Kosode

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark gray garment, Kosode, by artist unknown. The garment has a rectangular shape with straight seams and a V-shaped neckline. Long, straight sleeves that are slightly wider at the ends. The front has a diagonal seam from the neckline to the hem. The garment appears to be made of a textured fabric, possibly linen or cotton. The background is plain white.

Artwork Details

Medium
Probably resist-dyed with repeating small pattern (komon) in white on gray
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
514 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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