This is a vintage
Maru obi with ship, 'matsu'(pine tree) and yanagi(willow) pattern, which is woven.
Woven gold foil threads are shining modestly.
Textile is exquisite silk and has rather stiff touch.
The pattern is designed up side down to be tied with hikinuki knot style.
The length is rather short. 388cm(12ft 8.76in)
It has a repaired tear on 'tesaki'(narrow end). (A)
It could be hidden when you tie it.
A snag is minor.
It also has some other imperfections such as smudges and folding lines.
For the details, please refer to the photos and figure.
Unfortunately, it is no longer wearable.
However, we hope you enjoy its zestful design of vintage as a handicraft material or display!
photo:murakami
description:Okabayashi