Sashiko Kimono

mid-19th century
Not on view
This robe features seven continuous patterns. Some geometric patterns used in sashiko are stylizations of floral themes, such as the kaki no hana (persimmon flower) design seen at the shoulders and hemline.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Sashiko Kimono
  • Period: Meiji period (1868–1912)
  • Date: mid-19th century
  • Culture: Japan
  • Medium: Indigo-dyed plain-weave cotton, quilted and embroidered with white cotton thread
  • Dimensions: Overall: 55 1/2 x 45 in. (141 x 114.3 cm)
  • Classification: Costumes
  • Credit Line: Purchase, Mrs. Jackson Burke Gift, 1979
  • Object Number: 1979.409
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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