This meisen silk kimono is a sophisticated example of the architectural and geometric aesthetic that defined mid-century Japanese fashion. The garment is crafted from a warm, mustard-brown silk ground and features a rhythmic, repeating pattern of abstract "window" motifs. Each primary motif consists of a white rectangle containing a  grid of small black dots, creating a sense of structured, modern design.

Connecting these geometric blocks are dynamic, zigzagging "shadow" elements rendered in a vibrant ikat technique, with shifting tones of yellow, black, and white. This jagged, lightning-like movement provides an energetic counterpoint to the stable, rectangular grids, reflecting the influence of Western Art Deco on traditional textile traditions. The meisen weaving process is visible in the characteristic blurred edges of the ikat patterns, which lend a sense of depth and visual vibration to the surface.

It measures 48 inches (122 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and stands at 59 inches (150 cm) in height.

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