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Taisho Yuzen Uchikake

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detail of cranes heads detail of flower garland, closer 3 full, back closed full, back opened detail blossoms detail of cranes wing detail of red rinzu (damask) inner lining detail of crane head, closer full, front closed detail of blossoms and temple, closer detail of flower garlands detail of flower garland, closer 1 detail of flower garland, closer 2 full, front opened detail of blossoms and temple

Japan Taisho era (1912-1926) $20,000.00 This stunning silk wedding gown was obviously created by a master yuzen artist of the day. The color range is unusually broad. Patterning techniques include profuse yuzen resist-dye work with much metallic couching outlining, metal thread embroidery and brush-painted highlights. Red rinzu silk inner lining. Excellent condition. 49” from sleeve-end to sleeve-end x 66” height 1677 Contact Us About This Item: