This is a sophisticated fukuro obi with elegant tea bowl pattern, which is woven.
The beautiful purple color of the tea bowl pattern is named Teio-Murasaki, emperor's purple.
Its dyestuff is from secretion of a snail and very valuable.
This color is named and produced by Juraku, one of the most famous Nishijin weavers.
Textile is silk and has soft touch.

The indicated flaws are not outstanding, although the folding line is rather prominent.
As a whole, it's in very good condition, and it can be tied!

*Approx background color - Ivory
Softness ( Exceptionally Soft, □Soft, Medium, Comparatively Stiff, Stiff )
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photo:kumagai