This exquisite Taisho-era uchikake, a bridal robe, reflects exceptional artistry and craftsmanship evident in its superb design and yuzen-painting. Crafted from very lightweight silk, this wedding garment features intricate silk and metallic embroidery woven into its yuzen-work. Measuring 49 inches (124 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and standing at a height of 59 inches (150 cm), it showcases the 'Hana guruma' motif, translating to 'flower cart' in English.
Historically, the motif of ox-carts, including flower carts, has been popular in women's textiles, particularly on bridal over-kimono robes. This motif draws parallels between the grace of the bride and the refinement associated with the nobility during the Heian Period, considered the golden age of Japanese culture a millennium ago. The depiction of flower carts in art inspired real carts used for flower arrangement, emphasizing the influence of artistic representation on practical design.