This is a vintage asa(ramie) kimono.
It has unique
shibori dyed pattern.
Textile has stiff and crispy touch.
Unfortunately it has repaired tears/holes and some other flaws. We can not say it is in very good condition, but it is still very charming piece for its fantastic fabric/design.
*Size(sleeve to sleeve) 121cm 47 3/4"
Size(length) 134cm 52 3/4"
Size(back width) 60cm 23 3/4"
Size(around the hip) 106cm 41 3/4"
*Approx background color - charcoal gray
Softness ( Exceptionally Soft, Soft, Medium, □ Comparatively Stiff, Stiff )
*In Japanese, 'asa' includes below three kinds of material. You must feel it strange that 'linen' is included.
'Taima' =
Hemp 'Karamushi','Choma' =
Ramie 'Ama' =
Linenphoto:ozaki