This rich brown men's haori is made from fine textured silk that catches light to create a multi-faceted sheen.
Inside, you'll find a satiny smooth lining with a woven silk images of a tea ceremony and two woven silk panels depicting temple scenes. Poems are written on both panels in beautiful Japanese calligraphy.
The first poem reflects upon snow in the garden; the second - silence on the moon. Wear it right side in to do some poetic reflecting of your own. Display the haori inside out in your library or den, so everyone knows you are a man of letters but few words.
Item #
J11715
Country
Japan
Type
Men's Kimono-jacket (Haori)
Age
Mid 20th c.
Technique
Weave
Material
Main body: Silk mixed fiber
Lining: Silk
Condition
There are some minor discolored areas on the back panel, but this is barely noticeable in real life. The edges and corners of the lining are worn in places.
Texture
Textural weave makes the outside slightly rough. The lining is satin smooth.