Hand-painted Blue Furisode

Overview: This beautiful furisode is made from silk crepe and hand-painted. It is lined with China silk although some sections of the lining have been replaced with polyester. The colors are typical for late summer or early fall and consist of iris and maple leaves just beginning to turn from green to rust. The decoration is due to hand-painting and a resist method.

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Construction: The furisode was completely made by hand. See the supplemental pages for additional information.

Trim: See the supplemental pages for detailed information about the dyeing process and flowers depicted.

Damage: Some of the original lining has been replaced with polyester in a similar color, mainly through the neckline and shoulders and at the lower edge. It was likely worn on stage.

Tags: Has been studied.