This is a mourning
nagoya obi with kanji character
'sabi', which is embroidered.
Textile is silk and has soft touch.
Otaiko part has slight patinas, and embroidery seams are coming off in three parts.
A maegara( the patterned part of belt part, which will be the belly part when it is tied ) part has prominent stains (A) and dyestuff stains (B). Another maegara part is OK.
In addition, there is not mark, but tare end has slight patinas.
It is fully discolored slightly and there are some snags.
We can't say it is in very good condition, but still charming piece for its wonderful design. It must be an excellent handicraft material or interior decor!
*Tare part 12.0 in ( 30.5 cm) x 44.5 in ( 113 cm)
Belt part 5.9 in ( 15 cm) x 98.8 in ( 251 cm)
*Approx background color - HTML code ( DFEEEB)
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Softness ( Exceptionally Soft, □Soft, Medium, Comparatively Stiff, Stiff )
photo:okazawa