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Rare Ainu Navy Cotton Robe Featuring Wide Appliquéd Geometric Bands, Japan
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Rare Japanese Ainu navy blue cotton robe featuring wide red and white appliquéd bands along the edges with embroidered geometric shapes.
Acquired from an Ainu education center in the town Shiraoi, Hokkaidô. The last photo shows the lovely visit to this center.
In the winter season Ainu women wove such robes on a loom. The fibres were from elm bark that had been softened after being peeled off the trees in spring or autumn. The applique of blue cloth in a geometric design has a practical function, protecting the areas around the neck, sleeves, and edges of the robe that are easily worn out. The design was also intended to prevent evil spirits from entering the body of the wearer of the robe.
When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity. Price including insured shipping.
- Dimensions:Height: 51.38 in (130.5 cm)Width: 53.75 in (136.5 cm)Depth: 0.08 in (2 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early Shôwa period
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In a very good condition with minor traces of age and wear. Please look at the photos for a condition reference.
- Seller Location:Amsterdam, NL
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