Base fabric: A figured silk (rinzu) with a kiredori (overlapping scraps) pattern, interlaced with urushi threads in foreground pattern areas.

Size style: Naga-haori

Family crests (mon) present: one

Dimensions: 46 inches (117 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and 37 inches (94 cm) in height.

 This haori is a striking example of intricate Japanese textile design, blending bold geometrical abstraction with refined motifs, incorporating urushi lacquer details. The garment features an array of rectangular and square-shaped fabric patches (kiredori) in earthy greens, golds, and browns, overlaid with delicate floral and geometric patterns. These patches are scattered across a dark, almost black, background adorned with radiating patterns of fine lines and dots, creating a dynamic sense of movement. The use of metallic and muted tones lends the design a sophisticated, understated elegance.

While reminiscent of boro (Japanese patchwork), the deliberate and decorative arrangement of patches elevates this haori from itsutilitarian origins to a high-art statement. The radiating background patterns mimic the visual rhythm of a kasuri (ikat) weave or the fan-like spreading lines found in Edo-period design.

Aesthetically, this haori draws from the Japanese art principle of wabi-sabi, emphasizing imperfection and asymmetry as a source of beauty. At the same time, the interplay of color, texture, and geometry has an affinity to Western Cubism, echoing Cubism's exploration of fragmented forms and layered perspectives, as seen in the works of Picasso and Braque. The dark background contrasts with the luminous patches, creating a sense of depth and dimension. This interplay between light and dark, known as notan, is a key feature of Japanese design, highlighting the balance between opposing forces.

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