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Beautiful antique/vintage Japanese men’s formal black haori featuring five traditional family crests (kamon) and an exceptional pictorial haura hidden lining.
The understated black exterior opens to reveal an elaborate Japanese textile artwork depicting an elderly Buddhist/Rakan-style sage or Arhat seated among bamboo, accompanied by additional figures. The scene is rendered in muted gold, green, blue, white and brown tones and is an especially striking example of the decorative hidden linings traditionally used in Japanese men’s haori.
A small artist/seal-style mark is visible near the edge of the pictorial scene. Part of the mark is concealed beneath the original lining construction, so no specific artist attribution is being made.
The garment features five kamon/family crests, representing the formal five-crest arrangement traditionally used on Japanese men’s formal garments.
Approximate Measurements:
• Length: 49"
• Center back to sleeve end: approximately 39–40"
• Please see measurement photographs for additional details.
CONDITION:
Antique/vintage pre-owned condition with age-related wear. There is discoloration/spotting to portions of the pale inner lining as photographed, along with some marks/age wear to the black fabric. The pictorial haura remains vibrant and visually impressive.
The garment has not been professionally cleaned or restored. Because of the age and nature of the textile, cleaning is best left to someone experienced with antique Japanese garments.
Please examine all photographs carefully for construction, artwork, measurements and condition. Photos are considered part of the description.
An exceptional piece for a collector of Japanese textiles, kimono and haori, Buddhist or Asian art, wearable art, or for display.
Sold as found.
