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Over Robe (Uchikake) with Foliage-Scroll and Lotus Patterns

Japan

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This uchikake has an overall repeating pattern of light blue foliage scrolls (karakusa) and stylized lotus motifs on a natural ecru ground decorated with a key-fret pattern. The reddish-orange (benibana) silk crepe lining is visible along the outer hem.

Over Robe (Uchikake) with Foliage-Scroll and Lotus Patterns, Silk lampas, gilt paper strips, Japan

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