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This silk meisen omeshi kimono displays a striking geometric composition of alternating black and cream striped panels, punctuated by subtle accents of coral red and blue, creating a bold checkerboard-like arrangement that reflects the period's embrace of modernist design principles.
The incorporation of metallic silver thread inserts represents a sophisticated technical achievement that adds luminous highlights throughout the fabric, creating depth and movement as light catches the metallic elements. This detail reveals the period's fascination with industrial materials and their integration into traditional craft practices, reflecting Japan's post-war modernization while maintaining connection to historical textile traditions.
The overall aesthetic speaks to the influence of Bauhaus and constructivist design movements that reached Japan during this period, with its emphasis on geometric abstraction, bold contrasts, and functional beauty. The pattern's regularity and precision demonstrate the meisen technique's capacity for creating consistent, repeatable designs while the metallic accents prevent the composition from becoming overly mechanical or cold.
It has a 4-inch light stain on the front. Measuring 50 inches (127 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end, this kimono stands at a height of 57 inches (145 cm).