An informative, introductory guide to identifying, dating, and pricing antique and vintage Japanese kimono.
Finally, the kimono can be appreciated and understood by all. This concise, fully illustrated guide examines the ever-popular and iconic kimono-a form of traditional Japanese clothing that has existed for centuries and continues to be a part of Japan's rich cultural heritage. Aimed at kimono enthusiasts and collectors of all levels, this up-to-date resource identifies and explains different types of antique and vintage kimono and kimono-related items, materials, construction, and motifs. Full-color images and easy-to-follow descriptions arm readers with the knowledge they need to determine age and value of kimono, as the guide demystifies and debunks myths and misconceptions about this mysterious and often-misunderstood garment.
Features include: .
Japanese spellings and English transliterations for each clothing type; .
a comprehensive glossary of helpful terms; .
information on common, uncommon, and rare kimono motifs, from tigers and cherry blossoms to mountains, snowflakes, and swans; .
close-up images of textiles showcasing different fabric materials and techniques; and .
tips for documenting, photographing, and storing kimono.
This helpful guide is ideal for individuals who have found, inherited, or purchased a kimono and want to know more about it.
AUTHOR: Justine Sobocan has a degree in anthropology from McMaster University. She has been collecting kimono since 2005 and has a collection of over 150 pieces, with the oldest dating back 200 years. She lives in Ontario, Canada.
80 colour images
By:
Justine Sobocan
Imprint: Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions:
Height: 254mm,
Width: 178mm,
Weight: 45g
ISBN: 9780764365867
ISBN 10: 076436586X
Pages: 144
Publication Date: 01 August 2024
Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Unspecified
Contents Preface Introduction: What Is (and Isn’t) a Kimono? PART I. 1. Male, Female, and Formality 2. Types of Kimono 3. Materials and Techniques 4. Underwear: Juban and Donuki 5. Outerwear: Haori, Michiyuki, and More 6. Bottoms: Hakama 7. Belts: Obi PART II. 8. Dating a Kimono 9. Determining Value 10. Documenting Your Collection Resources Glossary
Justine Sobocan has a degree in anthropology from McMaster University. She has been collecting kimono since 2005 and has a collection of over 150 pieces, with the oldest dating back 200 years. She lives in Ontario, Canada. Visit https://missmyloko.tumblr.com/.
