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Long-Sleeved Kimono (Furisode) with Hydrangeas and Cherry Blossoms

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Long-sleeved kimono made from shiny beige silk with shiny white, blue, and gold floral embroidery on the hem and sleeves. The kimono is displayed on a form or hanger from the back, and the back is a lighter shade of beige with no embellishments. The garment has a triangular piece of fabric at the top. The background is gray.

Artwork Details

Date
early 20th century
Medium
Resist-dyed and painted silk satin
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
465 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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