The Guide to Kimono: A Handbook to Identifying, Dating, and Pricing Antique and Vintage Japanese Kimono
The Guide to Kimono: A Handbook to Identifying, Dating, and Pricing Antique and Vintage Japanese Kimono
Sobocan, Justine
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ed 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 showcase 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.
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