This silk haori is a visually storytelling example of textile design, utilizing printed imagery to create a sense of atmospheric depth and celebratory movement. The garment is rendered on a deep plum-purple silk ground, providing a saturated architectural field for its high-contrast surface decoration.
The primary design features a detailed printed motif of a scenic landscape, including traditional architectural structures, bridges, and pine trees scattered across a background of horizontal "mist" lines. Superimposed over this tranquil scenery are several large noshi (wrapped presents) motifs, represented by long, flowing ceremonial ribbons. These ribbons are rendered in a vibrant teal-green and gold, adorned with geometric patterns like the shippo (seven treasures) motif, and appear to float rhythmically across the body and sleeves. This piece reflects the era's talent for blending auspicious symbols of gift-giving with nostalgic natural vistas through a modern, graphic lens.
It's in very good condition and measures 48 inches from sleeve-end to sleeve-end, with a height of 37 inches (122 cm x 94 cm).