Kuro Tomesode with Tennyo Yuzen motif. Rare and very beautiful Kuro Tomesode decorated with a Yuzen-painted Tennyo (天女), a celestial Buddhist deity playing the shō. The figure is finely painted, surrounded by long flowing ribbons and small scattered petals. The ribbons feature traditional Japanese patterns in soft colors with golden accents. The kimono also bears the artist’s golden signature. The inner lining is two-tone, white and black, typical of high-quality pieces. Kimono in very good condition, perfect for collection or display. 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 very good condition.
- Dimensions around: A – 128 cm / B – 150 cm / C – 32 cm / D – 46 cm.
- The price indicated is for the kimono alone, without accessories.
- Maintenance: Dry clean only.
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