Kuro Tomesode Kyo Yuzen by Aoi Matsui colorful landscape. This is a stunning Kuro Tomesode kimono, adorned with a colorful landscape and accented with golden touches, along with some embroidery to add depth. This kimono was crafted using the Kyo Yuzen technique by Aoi Matsui, a master of the art. The Kyo Yuzen technique is renowned for its ability to produce intricate and detailed patterns, often depicting natural or cultural scenes. The kimono has some minor brown stains that are barely noticeable (as seen in the photos), as well as moisture stains on the design that are also hardly visible, and some yellow moisture stains on the lining. Nevertheless, the kimono remains in overall excellent condition. Being a vintage/used piece, it may show some stains or defects.
The Kuro Tomesode is a specific type of Japanese kimono. “Kuro” means “black” in Japanese, and “Tomesode” refers to a formal kimono primarily worn by married women on special occasions.
The Kuro Tomesode stands out with its predominantly black color and elegant design. It is often adorned with intricate patterns and delicate embroideries, typically located at the bottom of the kimono. The motifs used on the Kuro Tomesode can vary, but they are often symbolic and carry deep meaning. For example, floral, bird, or landscape motifs may represent wishes for happiness, prosperity, or conjugal love.
Tomesode is a type of Japanese traditional clothing and is the highest-ranked formal dress worn by married women. Within the hierarchy of kimonos, the tomesode is the most formal and equivalent to Western evening wear.
- Kimono Kuro Tomesode vintage/ used.
- The kimono has some minor brown stains that are barely noticeable (as seen in the photos), as well as moisture stains on the design that are also hardly visible, and some yellow moisture stains on the lining. Nevertheless, the kimono remains in overall excellent condition.
- Dimensions around: A – 128cm / B – 160cm / C – 32cm / D – 48cm.
- Black color.
- The price indicated is for the kimono alone, without accessories.
- Maintenance: Dry clean only.
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