Description
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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.[AuthorName]By Justine Sobocan[/AuthorName][AuthorBio]
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/.[/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]80 color images[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle]A Handbook to Identifying, Dating, and Pricing Antique and Vintage Japanese Kimono[/SubTitle][ColorPattern]80 color images[/ColorPattern]
