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The Guide to Kimono: A Handbook to Identifying, Dating, and Pricing Antique and Vintage Japanese Kimono
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.
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.
144 pages, Paperback
Published June 28, 2024
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January 1, 2026
Just skimmed it a bit and noticed two errors right away: 1) ”kimono is one size fits all”
2) ”Roman” in Taisho Roman comes from the city Rome.
It seems like the author just made things up without bothering to check (no, no sources are included)
I will not finish this one
2) ”Roman” in Taisho Roman comes from the city Rome.
It seems like the author just made things up without bothering to check (no, no sources are included)
I will not finish this one
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