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Base fabric: figured silk (rinzu) with a subtle pattern
Size style: Naga-haori
Family crests (mon) present: none
Dimensions: 50 inches (127 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and 39 inches (99 cm) in height
A vibrant turquoise background serves as a canvas for yuzen-painted floral motifs in a variety of colors, including red, yellow, purple, and white. Subtle rinzu patterns within the fabric enhance its overall texture and complexity. Large, circular floral patterns distribute across the garment, interspersed with cloud-like shapes in a lighter shade, creating a sense of movement and rhythm across the fabric. The composition demonstrates the Japanese concept of "floating worlds" or ukiyo, where the medallions seem to drift across the fabric space in an elegant, asymmetrical arrangement. The bold, stylized floral motifs and cloud-like shapes evoke elements of Art Nouveau, with its emphasis on organic, flowing forms and nature-inspired patterns. The simplified, geometric rendering of the flowers and leaves also reflects elements of Art Deco, particularly in the way some elements are reduced to basic shapes and arranged in a rhythmic, decorative manner.