This black
nagoya obi has nostalgic rose and tulip pictures, which are painted(not dyed). This technique is called 'pente', which was the replacement of dyeing when people were poor during/just after WWII.
This piece's picture has nostalgic atmosphere.
Textile is shusu silk.
It has some flaws as photos show, but as a whole it is in very good condition.
*Approx background color - black
Softness ( Exceptionally Soft, □ Soft, Medium, Comparatively Stiff, Stiff )
*Tare part 12.4 in ( 31.5 cm) x 48.4 in ( 123 cm)
Belt part 6.1 in ( 15.5 cm) x 105.1 in ( 267 cm)
*Approx background color - black
Softness ( Exceptionally Soft, □ Soft, Medium, Comparatively Stiff, Stiff )
photo:sakon