This workman's Hanten proudly displays the store's logo or crest, on the back, of two overlapping squares.
On the collar, Japanese letters display, in a now off-white outline, the family name of Higeta.
On the lower half of the jacket are stylized letters of the family name, standing out in large proportion against the stark richness of the indigo dyed cotton.
The shoulder area has a lighter indigo cotton lining for comfort and durability while the cuffs have a narrow black and aged-gold lining.
The Hanten is a jacket worn by workmen and townspeople. It is customary for the workman's Hanten to carry the company symbol on the back and name on the front, as an early form of advertising.
This pre-war garment dates from the early Showa period (1926-1989) of Japanese history. |
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| Item # |
J5010008 |
| Country |
Japan |
| Age |
Early to mid Showa period (1930-1950) |
| Technique |
Dye |
| Material |
Cotton
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| Condition |
There are scattered wear marks on the body fabric and dark wear marks on the stylized lettering. There are two small holes at the back hem line and the white dye-resisted areas have aged. Otherwise, in excellent condition. |
| Texture |
Very stiff body with a dry, linen texture. |
| Size |
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51" |
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31" |
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24" |
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Price
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$95.00
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