Kesa
INV-1120Japan
Early 19th century, Late Edo period (1789–1868)
edo (japanese period)textileliturgical - buddhist
Date
Early 19th century, Late Edo period (1789–1868)
Medium
Silk and gilt-paper strip; satin weave with secondary binding warps and supplementary patterning wefts; silk cords
Dimensions
193 × 105.4 cm (76 × 41 1/2 in.)
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Location
Chicago, IL
Credit
Gift of Martin A. Ryerson
The principal pattern element in this garment is the maple leaf, shown in clusters of three. Along with the cherry blossom, the maple leaf is the most popular seasonal symbol in Japan. Symbols of fall, the leaves here shimmer with autumnal colors.
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