This high-impact textile originates from Japan’s late Showa period (1950–1970) and is a scholarly example of the graphic, high-contrast aesthetics that defined mid-century informal luxury. Measuring 14 inches by 60 inches (36 cm x 152 cm), the piece represents a complete panel from a disassembled kimono, preserved in excellent overall condition. Crafted from a premium textured black silk, the substrate provides a deep, matte field that emphasizes the brilliance of the surface embellishment.

The visual narrative is defined by a rhythmic, all-over shibori (resist-dyeing) pattern in a vibrant, true orange. The design features organic, pebble-like shapes and hexagonal cells, many of which contain smaller five-dot floral clusters. This labor-intensive technique creates a unique, three-dimensional texture across the fabric's surface, as the silk retains the "memory" of the hand-tied resists. The juxtaposition of the midnight black ground with the radiant orange pops reflects the era's mastery of bold color-blocking, transforming a traditional folk-art technique into a modern, eye-catching statement.

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