Obi with “Whose Sleeves?” (Tagasode) Pattern

Japan

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A masterpiece of complex brocade weaving, this brightly colored obi, or sash, has a repeat pattern of kosode hung from silken cords. It evokes the traditional Tagasode (or "whose sleeves?") screen paintings of the Momoyama period (1568–1615), intended to pique interest in the woman who wore such evocative robes.

Obi with “Whose Sleeves?” (Tagasode) Pattern, Twill-weave silk with supplementary weft patterning and metallic thread, Japan

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Obi with “Whose Sleeves?” (Tagasode) Pattern, Twill-weave silk with supplementary weft patterning and metallic thread, Japan
Obi with “Whose Sleeves?” (Tagasode) Pattern, Twill-weave silk with supplementary weft patterning and metallic thread, Japan

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