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Kansai Yamamoto Rainbow Knit Sweater Long Maxi Duster Vintage 1970s Rare Glam
$995
£751.50
€868.51
CA$1,395.64
A$1,552.09
CHF 812.45
MX$18,933.57
NOK 10,208.68
SEK 9,602.58
DKK 6,482.88
About the Item
A bold statement piece from the visionary designer Kansai Yamamoto, this vintage oversized knit sweater or duster captures the exuberance and theatricality of 1970s Japanese avant-garde fashion.
Crafted in a wool, mohair, and nylon chunky knit, the piece showcases a dramatic rainbow palette that flows seamlessly from top to hem, echoing Yamamoto’s fearless use of color and texture.
The silhouette is generous and enveloping, designed with a voluminous shawl collar, roomy side pockets, and intricate cable knit detailing throughout. A single button at the collar provides closure, allowing the duster to drape effortlessly whether worn open or fastened.
Yamamoto—celebrated for his groundbreaking unisex designs and collaborations with cultural icons such as David Bowie—was among the first Japanese designers to present in London and Paris during the 1970s, forever altering the landscape of contemporary fashion. This rare knit exemplifies his aesthetic: daring, joyful, and utterly modern.
A similar Yamamoto knit pattern can be seen at The Metropolitan Museum of Art (see image 5).
Details:
Designer: Kansai Yamamoto
Period: Mid-1970s
Material: Wool/Mohair/Nylon blend
Care: Dry Clean only
Features: Oversized fit, rainbow coloration, shawl collar, side pockets, cable knit detail, single button closure
Size: Tagged Japan M but is OVERSIZED (fits more like a modern XL/XXL)
Approximate measurements: shoulders - 19in, chest - 42in, waist - 42in, hips - 44in, sleeves - 26in, shoulder to hem - 50in.
Condition: preowned/vintage (45+ years old) with some signs of age, use and prior wear: some matting/pressing to the knit from age; some wrinkling from storage. Would benefit from a professional dry clean.
An extraordinary collector’s piece and wearable work of art, this vintage Kansai Yamamoto knit duster is as relevant today as when it first debuted—perfect for the fashion connoisseur seeking a dramatic, iconic statement.
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- Dimensions:Marked Size: M (JP)Bust: 42 in (106.68 cm)Waist: 42 in (106.68 cm)Hip: 44 in (111.76 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 50 in (127 cm)
- Style:modern (In the Style Of)
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- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Some matting/pressing to knit from storage; would benefit from a professional dry clean.
- Seller Location:Port Saint Lucie, FL
- Reference Number:Seller: Kansai Yamamoto Rainbow Knit1stDibs: LU407227231432
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