This geisha silk 'susohiki,' a trailing kimono for dance, showcases yuzen-painted portraits of famous stage actors with embroidery highlights. It boasts five family crests and measures approximately 50 inches (127 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and 68 inches (173 cm) in height. The 'susohiki' is a formal dance kimono worn by geisha, designed to trail on the ground, distinguished by its longer length and padded hem, allowing it to drape attractively during performances. This exquisite piece, depicting kabuki stage actors against a bamboo fence, likely references a specific performance and would have been worn by a senior and affluent geisha for important stage dance events.