Maroon Arrows

This is an ANTIQUE Japanese Large Patterned Komon. Komon are informal kimono worn at home and about town. They are essentially the jeans and t-shirt combo of the kimono world. The smaller the pattern on a komon, the more casual it is. This one has a somewhat large pattern, so it's a less casual piece. This kimono likely originates in the early Showa Period (1926 - 1989), most likely the 1930's or 40's. Ths kimono features a chic woven pattern of arrows. There are also stripes of fabric with a lovely sheen to it. This kimono's colour is best represented in the detail photo.

 

I have inspected this kimono in detail, and I only found a few of small, stains on the both the interior or exterior. However, most of these marks will be hidden when worn, the others are not prominent. Overall I would rate this kimono as being in excellent antique condition. There are no tears, holes or seam separations. This kimono can be worn. I believe this garment is 100% silk.

 

MEASUREMENTS:

146cm - Long (Collar to Hem)

120cm - Arm span

56cm - Width across the back

126cm - Total width of skirt

62cm - Sleeve drop

 

SIZING:

If you are unsure of how to interpret the kimono's size it is important to know that the length (collar - hem) should be approximately 10cm longer to 10cm shorter than the wearer's overall height (longer is better). This is because the excess length will be folded up at the waist. Meanwhile, the skirt should wrap around the hips a full 1.5 times. The armspan should also reach wrist to wrist on the wearer. In this case, the kimono will ideally fit a woman about 136cm (4'6") - 156cm (5'1") tall, with hips about 87cm (34") around. There is some give and take in these measurements though.

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