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This meisen silk haori displays a striking geometric pattern of interlocking circles rendered in a vibrant color palette of deep teal, chartreuse yellow, dusty rose, and cream against black outlines. The repetitive circular motifs create an overlapping network that fills the entire surface of the garment, demonstrating the sophisticated resist-dyeing techniques characteristic of meisen silk production. The bold, geometric abstraction and strong color contrasts reflect the influence of Art Deco and early modernist design movements, representing a fusion of traditional Japanese craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetic sensibilities.
The circular motifs themselves carry rich symbolic meaning in Japanese culture, often representing wholeness, eternity, and the cyclical nature of life. The interlocking pattern, known as "shippo" (seven treasures), is a classical Japanese design element that symbolizes harmonious relationships and infinite expansion, suggesting prosperity and good fortune.
It measures 49 inches (124 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and stands at 38 inches (97 cm) tall.