Kimono
Item number 3141/12 from the MOA: University of British Columbia.
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Description
Hōmongi (訪問着) kimono with a background of dark purple, dyed in a modified chevron pattern design. Images of rolling waves with embroidered whitecaps, flowers of various sizes and colours (some with embroidered centres), fan motifs, lanterns, colour blocks and geometric patterning. Kimono is long, open at the front, with short hanging panels on the sleeves that are open toward the body. Small openings for the wrists sit at outside top. The interior torso, sleeves and lapels of the garment are lined in red silk, while the bottom has a lining of heavily patterned purple.
History Of Use
Hōmongi (訪問着) is a formal visiting kimono, characterized by patterns flowing over the seams. Worn by women.
Narrative
Purchased by donor from a Kyoto-based dealer in San Francisco.
Specific Techniques
Yūzen or Yūzen-zome (友禅染) used for this kimono is a traditional dyeing technique originated in Kyoto, Japan.
Item History
- Made in Japan between 1912 and 1926
- Owned by Michael Olich before November 20, 2015
- Received from Michael Olich (Donor) on November 20, 2015
What
- Name
- Kimono
- Identification Number
- 3141/12
- Type of Item
- kimono
- Material
- silk fibre, dye, gold metal, silver metal and mulberry paper
- Overall
- height 180.0 cm, width 127.0 cm
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Japan
Who
- Culture
- Japanese
- Previous Owner
- Michael Olich
- Received from
- Michael Olich (Donor)
When
- Creation Date
- between 1912 and 1926
- Ownership Date
- before November 20, 2015
- Acquisition Date
- on November 20, 2015
Other
- Item Classes
- textiles
- Condition
- fair
- Accession Number
- 3141/0012
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