This rinzu silk kimono represents a fascinating convergence of traditional Japanese textile techniques with the bold modernist aesthetic that emerged during Japan's post-war cultural renaissance. The composition demonstrates a striking departure from classical kimono design through its dramatic use of vertical lines that create an almost architectural framework across the garment's surface. These precise white shibori-created stripes establish a rhythmic pattern that speaks to the period's embrace of geometric abstraction and minimalist principles, while the black ground provides a sophisticated backdrop.

The inclusion of  the fully embroidered calla lily motif introduces an unexpected Western botanical element that reflects Japan's increasing cultural exchange and artistic hybridization during this era. The detail image reveals the exquisite craftsmanship of the embroidery, where silk threads create dimensional petals with subtle gradations from cream to golden yellow, demonstrating technical virtuosity that rivals European haute couture embellishment techniques. The intricate shibori patterning, where resist-dyeing has been employed with mathematical precision to create complex geometric infill patterns within the white vertical bands. This kimono exemplifies the synthesis of East and West that characterized Japanese design in the 1950s-1970s, anticipating elements that would later influence international fashion and textile design. The juxtaposition of the organic, sculptural calla lilies against the rigid geometric framework creates a dynamic tension that embodies the period's exploration of contrasting design philosophies.

It's lined with red silk and bears a few light stains on the front left. Measurements:  51 inches from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and standing 62 inches tall (130 cm x 157 cm)

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