Vintage Unused Silk Zentsu Reversible Fukuro Obi, Reversible Fully Patterned Obi, Japanese Kimono Sash Belt, Unused,
Fukuro Obi is less formal than Maru Obi. It is constructed by sewing the patterned front fabric to a plain backing. A standard Rokutsu Fukuro Obi has patterned brocade across approximately 60% of the front, with the remaining portion left plain. A Zentsu Fukuro Obi is patterned across the full front, while a Maru Obi is patterned on both sides.
This Zentsu Obi came from a relative. It is reversible, with both sides fully patterned. It may be worn with kimono and is also suitable for use as a bed runner, table runner, or wall hanging.
Measurement
Width: 31cm / Approx. 12 13/64”
Length: 432cm / Approx. 170 5/64″
Patterns (Front and Back)
432cm (100%)
Age: -2000s
Material: Silk threads
Color (Front): Merlot Red, Red Rock, Blue Note, Blue Daisy, Champion Cobalt, Bermuda Blue, Thyme
Color (Back): Shy Cherry, Deep Royal, Guacamole, Thyme
Patterns (Traditional Embroidered Patterns):
Front: Japanese Flowering Plants with Stripe Patterns
Back: Prosperity Japanese Traditional Design with Stripe Patterns
Condition: Excellent vintage condition consistent with age. (Unused)
* Folding creases in the fabric.
* No vertical folding lines.
* Almost no visible discoloration due to age.
* No visible stains, scratches, or fraying on the patterned fabric.
* Please note that traditional silk textiles and natural dyes may retain a subtle characteristic scent.
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