This haori has an intriguing portrayal of a Noh character, Sanbaso on its lining.
With a mask on his face, a bell and a fan in his hand, this character performs a fervent dance expressing prayer for rich harvest.
A deep forest green background and gold and silver clouds in the air adds a mystic ambience to this wonderful dance from the oldest Japanese theater.
The exterior is a beautiful smooth black silk with five family crests at the shoulder level.
Item #
J05110014
Country
Japan
Type
Men's Kimono-jacket (Haori)
Age
Mid to late 20th c.
Technique
Dye and weave (lining)
Material
Main body: Silk
Lining: Silk
Condition
There are a few fold lines along the hem of the lining, but these are not visible from the outside. There is one very fine scratch mark on the upper right back panel on the outside.
Texture
Medium weight haori with rich, silky smooth body fabric and soft satin lining.