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This silkscreened kimono features bold diagonal black bands intersecting across a vibrant blue plaid ground, punctuated by scattered white dots that create a dynamic sense of movement and rhythm. This geometric abstraction reflects the influence of international modernist movements, particularly Constructivism and Bauhaus design principles, which emphasized clean lines, geometric forms, and the integration of industrial techniques with artistic expression.
The diagonal elements create a sense of urban dynamism and forward motion, symbolically representing Japan's rapid modernization and departure from feudal traditions. The white dots scattered across the dark bands could be interpreted as stars against a night sky or city lights, reinforcing themes of modernity and progress. The silkscreen technique itself was revolutionary for kimono production, representing a democratization of decorative arts through industrial processes. This textile exemplifies the "iki" aesthetic principle adapted for modern times - maintaining sophistication and restraint while embracing contemporary visual language.
Spanning approximately 49 inches (124 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end, it stands at a height of about 61 inches (155 cm). Some small, inconspicuous moth-holes,.