Kuro Tomesode with mandarin ducks and flowers. Discover this stunning Kuro Tomesode beautifully adorned with Yuzen technique, depicting a serene scene of mandarin ducks surrounded by colorful flowers in a flowing stream. The vibrant patterns include peonies, chrysanthemums, and plum blossoms, creating a striking contrast against the elegant black background. In excellent overall condition, with a slightly damaged yet barely noticeable crest on the right. 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
- In excellent overall condition, with a slightly damaged yet barely noticeable crest on the right.
- Dimensions around: A – 126cm / B – 158 cm / C – 32 cm / D – 48 cm.
- Black color.
- The price indicated is for the kimono alone, without accessories.
- Maintenance: Dry clean only.
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