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Shibori Obi
Image Not Available for Shibori Obi

Shibori Obi

Date1950's - 1970's
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: cotton
DimensionsOverall: 31 x 371.4 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Fumi Suzuki
Object numberSC1139
DescriptionAn obi of unbleached cotton in reddish brown. The overall geometric pattern of stylized leaves is dyed by the shibori technique (tie-dyed). The tiny pinholes made by the shibori stitches are visible. The lining of the obi is silk crepe (chirimen) in solid reddish brown.
Colour: reddish brown
Status
Not on view