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Over Robe (Uchikake) with Fans, Phoenixes, Chrysanthemums, and Floral Hexagons
Not on view
This long-sleeved uchikake has a rich repeating pattern of fans, phoenixes, chrysanthemums, and floral medallions enclosing hexagons. The design is woven with various shades of brown and light blue silk on a blue-green silk satin ground. It is lined with red silk crepe and padded at the hem.