Kuro Tomesode with the exquisite Suzhou embroidery. Discover this vintage black Tomesode Kimono made from deep black silk crepe. The patterns depict a natural scene embroidered and enhanced with hand-made embroideries, featuring mandarin ducks, seasonal flowers, and pines around a pond, all in colorful silk threads. These delicate embroideries are done in the traditional Suzhou style – 蘇州刺繍, a Chinese technique known for its delicacy and complexity. Suzhou embroidery is an art form that pays meticulous attention to details, turning each garment into a unique piece. The Kimono is in excellent condition. This kimono remains a splendid piece that combines tradition and elegance. 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
- The kimono is in excellent condition.
- Dimensions around: A – 138cm / B – 169 – 170cm / C – 34cm / D – 50cm.
- Black color.
- The price indicated is for the kimono alone, without accessories.
- Maintenance: Dry clean only.
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