JAPANESE
Katabira Kosode summer kimono with shrine scenery
(early 19th century-mid 19th century)

Medium
ramie, yuzen resist dyeing, embroidery

Measurements
158.5 cm (centre back) 121.5 cm (cuff to cuff)

Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased with funds from Esther and David Frenkiel, 2024

Gallery location
Not on display

About this work

This katabira lightweight summer kimono for a high-class samurai woman displays a Shinto shrine amongst clouds. Bridges across a flowing river lead to the shine’s torii gate and on to the shrine itself. Throughout the scene, pine trees, maple leaves and cherry blossoms present the changing seasons. Blue decoration on white kimono was popular during the Edo period (1600–1868), with the effect reminiscent of blue-and-white Arita porcelain ware.

Artwork Details

Place/s of Execution
Japan

Accession Number
2024.93

Department
Asian Art

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Katabira Kosode summer kimono with shrine scenery
(early 19th century-mid 19th century)