Showcasing silk dyed with beni (the pigment extracted from safflower petals) and lacquered in gold, this kimono design dates to the Edo period (1615-1868). It was originally used as a costume for the theatrical style known as Noh. Karaori refers specifically to the exquisitely embroidered woman's kimono that traditional Noh theatre was known for. Both the material itself and the pattern depicted would have helped tell the story of the character. In this case, the stiff brocade creates a thick, glossed fabric that would not ...
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Showcasing silk dyed with beni (the pigment extracted from safflower petals) and lacquered in gold, this kimono design dates to the Edo period (1615-1868). It was originally used as a costume for the theatrical style known as Noh. Karaori refers specifically to the exquisitely embroidered woman's kimono that traditional Noh theatre was known for. Both the material itself and the pattern depicted would have helped tell the story of the character. In this case, the stiff brocade creates a thick, glossed fabric that would not drape easily - this created an angular effect evoking the spirit of a noblewoman. The pattern of flowering grasses emphasized the character's femininity. By the Meiji period (1868-1912) Noh had reached such heights that it was widely introduced overseas, and today there are still more than 70 Noh theatres throughout Japan. This beautiful example of karaori costuming can now be found at the Art Institute of Chicago. It is our great pleasure to work with such a gorgeous and culturally important piece of history to craft this journal design. Format: Ultra Size: Width: 175mm (63/4") x Height: 225mm (83/4") x Depth: 12mm (1/2") Interior: Lined Space between lines: 8.11mm Lines Per Page: 25 Page Count: 176Pages Closure: Elastic Band Colour: Pink GSM (paper weight): 100 Binding Type: Smyth Sewn Cover: Softcover Edge Printing: No Pouch Type: Back Cover Pouch Interior Paper: Smooth Ribbon Markers: 1 Decorative printed cover paper FSC-certified text paper Threaded stitching and glue, as needed Cloth headbands Acid-free sustainable forest paper Flexible cover and spine
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Add this copy of Japanese Kimono, Kara-Ori Pink, Softcover Flexi, Ultra, to cart. $25.95, new condition, Sold by Russell Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Victoria, BC, CANADA, published 2024 by Paperblanks.
Add this copy of Japanese Kimono, Kara-Ori Pink, Softcover Flexi, Ultra, to cart. $27.95, new condition, Sold by Russell Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Victoria, BC, CANADA, published 2024 by Paperblanks.
