This vibrant rinzu silk kimono exemplifies the masterful application of shibori resist-dyeing techniques that reached new heights of sophistication during Japan's modernization era. The garment showcases an exuberant pattern of large circular shibori motifs  The design employs two distinct scales of golden-yellow circles against a rich purple ground, creating a dynamic visual rhythm that speaks to the period's embrace of bold, graphic sensibilities influenced by Art Deco and contemporary Western design movements.

The choice of purple (murasaki) as the ground color carries profound cultural significance in Japanese aesthetics, traditionally associated with nobility, spiritual refinement, and the ephemeral beauty of the miyabi court culture. When paired with the golden circles, the combination evokes both luxury and playfulness—a hallmark of the increasingly cosmopolitan taste emerging in urban Japan during this transformative period. The rinzu silk base, with its subtle damask-like woven patterns, adds textural depth that catches light and creates additional visual interest beneath the dominant shibori design.

The technical execution reveals the extraordinary skill required for large-scale shibori work, where each circle represents hours of precise binding and controlled resist application. The organic, slightly irregular edges of the circles demonstrate the hand-crafted nature that distinguishes authentic shibori from mechanical reproduction, while the confident scale and spacing of the motifs reflects the period's movement toward bolder, more modernist approaches to traditional textile arts. This kimono represents a perfect synthesis of ancient Japanese dyeing mastery with the era's progressive design sensibilities, embodying the cultural confidence of a nation successfully balancing tradition with modernity.

Measurements:  49 inches (124 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and standing at 57 inches (145 cm) in height.

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