Object Record
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Title |
Obi (Kimono Sash) |
Object Name |
Obi |
Description |
Obi (Kimono Sash). Wide sash tied around the waist of a kimono, apparently in three layers. Innermost layer is mostly hidden, but is apparently silk and plain orange in color. Second layer, exactly the same width as the inner layer, is pale gold with white, orange, black, and green flowers embroidered inside geometric patterns. In back, this layer is tied into a massive, elaborate bow. Third layer is a narrow belt, red and white striped, and tied into a simple knot in front, the ends frayed into tassels and tucked into the sides of the belt. |
Date |
c. 1960s |
Creator |
Unknown |
Role |
Manufacturer |
Catalog Number |
2006.127.004A |
Dimensions |
H-15 W-20 D-4 inches |
Dimension Details |
6" wide (inner layers); 1" wide (outer belt); massive bow maybe 15x20x4? |
Collection |
3D - Clothing |
Inscription Text |
none visible |
Notes |
possibly c. 1960s, if the corresponding shoes are any indication. worn with obi and kimono sandals "Obi is a sash for traditional Japanese dress, keikogi (uniforms for Japanese martial arts), and part of kimono outfits. The obi for men's kimono is rather narrow, 10 centimetres (3.9 in) wide at most, but a woman's formal obi can be 30 centimetres (12 in) wide and more than 4 metres (13 ft) long. Nowadays, a woman's wide and decorative obi does not keep the kimono closed; this is done by different undersashes and ribbons worn underneath the obi. The obi itself often requires the use of stiffeners and ribbons for definition of shape and decoration. There are many types of obi, most for women: wide obi made of brocade and narrower, simpler obi for everyday wear. The fanciest and most colourful obi are for young unmarried women.[1][2] The contemporary women's obi is a very conspicuous accessory, sometimes even more so than the kimono robe itself. A fine formal obi might cost more than the rest of the entire outfit. Obi are categorised by their design, formality, material, and use. Informal obi are narrower and shorter." [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Obi_(sash)] |
Search Terms |
Costumes Japanese Obis |
Subjects |
Clothing & dress Japan Japanese clothing |
Credit line |
Courtesy of Jean C. Sutley |