Noh Robe (Karaori) with Court Carriages and Cherry Blossoms

The image shows a short-sleeved, collarless robe with a central front opening. The robe has a repeating pattern featuring court carriages and cherry blossoms. The robe appears to be made of silk or another smooth fabric and has a subtle sheen. The sleeves are wide and straight, and the robe falls just above the knee. The background of the image is a plain gray wall. The robe is displayed on a stand, and the image is in black and white.

Artwork details

Date:: late 19th–early 20th century
Medium:: Twill-weave silk brocade with supplementary weft patterning in metallic thread
Culture:: Japan
Dimensions:: 484 × 625 px
Museum record:: View original