3 results for "yuzen kimono"

A fine Japanese Kuro Tomesode Kimono, circa 1930s. It is overall black decorated with a landscape filled with pavilions amongst flowering trees and a res...

A silk Japanese furisode Kimono with fine decoration, circa 1920s-1940s. The furisode was made with a light almond-color silk and red cotton lining. It was profusely decorated with Yuzen, a painstaking resistant dye technique using rice starch. Yuzen was invented in the 17th century and used in traditional kimono making. The Yuzen created an amazing imagery on this piece, taking the full advantage of what the technique can achieve. On a mountainous landscape shroud in shifting dark grey and deep green mist, cascading cypresses and swaying maples cover nearly the entire surface. Several flower carts for noble ladies, one of the beloved subjects in Japanese art, especially in kimono attire, were featured prominently on both sides. On top of the Yuzen design, embroidered cranes...

Fine vintage Japanese royal blue silk Kimono with Yuzen Design. A fine Japanese Kuro Tomesode Kimono. It is overall blue decorated hand-painted with...

antique silk, silver leaf on paulownia wood one-of-a-kind This artwork uses the obi (kimono sash) fabric from Meiji era, over 100 years old, to depict grass by the bank of the river. Fireflies were added with silver leaf by the artist to add movement, shine accents, and summer feeling. The piece uses the traditional Japanese concept of "kintsugi" - it "unites" the pieces of antique obi...

This work uses an antique tomesode (festive kind of kimono) with fern design to evoke feelings of tranquility, harmony, and appreciation for the beauty of the environment. Can be used both vertically and horizontally. It is elegantly framed with paulownia wood originally used for kimono chest-of-drawers, and is filled with storytelling and sense of luxury. I used pieces of kimono that could no longer be used as clothing and kiritansu chest-of-drawers that would normally be discarded to create the ultimate upcycled piece. << Explanation of colors and patterns >> In Japanese traditional culture, ferns, particularly the Japanese painted fern (Athyrium niponicum), hold several meanings and symbolisms: ・Elegance and Beauty: Ferns are admired for their graceful, delicate appearance and intricate leaf patterns. In Japanese aesthetics, they are appreciated for their natural beauty and are often used in gardens, landscapes, and floral arrangements to add a sense of refinement and elegance. ・Resilience and Perseverance: Ferns are known for their ability to thrive in diverse environments, including shady forests, rocky cliffs, and damp soil. Their resilience in the face of challenging conditions is seen as a symbol of endurance and perseverance. In Japanese culture, ferns may represent the ability to overcome adversity and flourish despite obstacles. ・Connection to Nature and Tranquility: Ferns are native to forested areas and are often associated with the natural world. In Japanese traditional culture, they symbolize a deep connection to nature and the importance of maintaining harmony with the environment. The lush green foliage of ferns evokes feelings of tranquility and peacefulness, making them popular motifs in Zen gardens and traditional landscape paintings. ・Purity and Simplicity: Ferns are emblematic of simplicity and purity in Japanese aesthetics. Their unassuming beauty and understated elegance reflect the principles of wabi-sabi, an aesthetic worldview that values imperfection, impermanence, and simplicity. Ferns may be used in tea ceremonies, Ikebana (flower arranging), and other traditional arts to evoke a sense of tranquility and appreciation for life's fleeting moments. Overall, ferns in Japanese traditional culture symbolize elegance, resilience, connection to nature, purity, and simplicity. Their presence in art, literature, and landscape design underscores their enduring significance as symbols of natural beauty and spiritual resonance. << Characteristics of the fabric >> This vintage textile is hand-painted with a traditional Japanese technique called "yuzen". << About the frame >> Kiritansu - chest-of-drawers for kimono, is traditionally made from paulownia wood, a uniquely Japanese material closely tied to the world of kimonos. Paulownia wood is known as the lightest wood in Japan, prased for its natural luster, resistance to moisture, and resilience against cracking. Since ancient times, it has been used in crafting furniture, chests, and musical instruments. During the Edo period, it became customary to store cherished kimonos in paulownia chests...

A fine Japanese Kuro Tomesode Kimono, circa 1950s. silk kimono robe in dove grey with an abstract pattern. The fine design was done with Yuzen, a pa...