This is a vintage Nagoya obi with a diagonal stripe and 'mimasu'(layering measuring cups) pattern, which is dyed with the shibori(tie-dyed) technique.
The textile is exquisite silk and has soft touch.
The length is rather short, 329.5cm(2.0in) long.

The wrong side of the 'otaiko'(the square bow) has seams, and another shusu fabric is attached to it.
The corner of the 'tare-saki'(tare end) is frayed and has small holes.
There are some other faults such as discoloration due to its age and dyestuffs on the belt part (refer to the 3rd photo of flaws) (A), so please check the figure and photos for details.

Though it has some flaws by ages, please enjoy its full taste of vintage!

photo:matsumi
description: Tanaka

*Approx background color - black