Vintage Silk Fukuro Obi, Japanese Kimono Sash Belt, Formal Kimono Sash Belt, Shosoin Treasure Pattern, Natural Plant Dyeing,
OFSY-0710-03
Fukuro obi is less formal than a maru obi. It is made by sewing two pieces of obi fabric together. The front visible when worn of the fukuro obi is silk brocade with metallic threads. The backside and other invisible when worn is normally smooth and plain colored silk.
Normal fukuro obi is called Rokutsu (60% Fukuro Obi).
60% of the length on the front side has patterned brocade and remaining 40% is smooth and plain colored silk as same as the back side.
When you want fully patterned brocade obi, you need look for Maru Obi (fully patterned brocade on the both sides) or Zentsu (100% Fukuro Obi – fully patterned brocade on the front side).
This fukuro obi was worn only few hours on a formal occasion and in excellent vintage condition consistent with age. (Very less used) These silk threads are dyeing by natural plants. You can still wear this fukuro obi. It is also suitable for bed runners, table runners and wall hanging tapestries.
In Japan, brand new shosoin treasure patterns fukuro obi is very expensive.
Measurement
Width: 30.5cm / Approx. 12 1/64”
Length: 423cm / Approx. 166 17/32″
Patterns
264cm / 103 15/16” + 45cm / 17 23/32” = 309cm / 121 21/32” (>60%)
Plain
114cm / 44 7/8”
Age: -2000s
Dyeing: Natural plants
Material: Silk with metallic threads
Title: Shin Shosoin Nishiki
Color: Champagne Gold, Orange, Purple, Green, Wine, Cream Yellow, Beige
Patterns (Traditional Weaving Patterns): Shosoin treasure pattern
Condition: Excellent vintage condition consistent with age. (Very less used)
* Minor folding creasing in the fabric.
* Almost no discoloration due to the age.
* Guarantee marks on the fabric. (Refer to No. 7 photos)
* No stains and no scratches
* Please note that traditional silk textiles and natural dyes may retain a subtle characteristic scent.
*** If you have any questions about the condition or would like additional photos, please contact us before purchasing. ***
