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This silk kimono features a striking geometric composition of vertical stripes in deep teal blue and rich burgundy alternating with cream bands, all unified by sweeping curved motifs that contain delicate rice plant designs rendered through silkscreen printing. The rhythmic interplay between the rigid linear elements and the flowing organic curves creates a dynamic visual tension that reflects the period's artistic dialogue between tradition and modernity, echoing both Art Deco sensibilities and indigenous Japanese design philosophies.
The artistic execution demonstrates remarkable technical sophistication in its use of silkscreen printing to achieve both precise geometric forms and subtle botanical details. The rice motifs carry profound cultural significance as symbols of prosperity, fertility, and the fundamental sustenance of Japanese civilization, while their placement within flowing curved bands suggests the natural cycles of growth and harvest. The bold color palette of navy, burgundy, and cream reflects the Taishō period's embrace of more dramatic chromatic contrasts. The overall design vocabulary suggests influences from contemporary international art movements, particularly the geometric abstraction and bold graphics emerging from European avant-garde circles, while the rice symbolism maintains the garment's distinctly Japanese cultural identity. This synthesis represents the period's characteristic confidence in adapting global aesthetic trends while preserving essential cultural meanings, creating a uniquely modern Japanese textile that speaks to both international sophistication and national pride.
Measuring 46 inches (117 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and standing at 57 inches (145 cm) in height, it has minor staining amidst its design.