Vintage Silk Zentsu Obi, Fully Patterned Fukuro Obi, Japanese Kimono Sash Belt, Very Lightly Used,
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 and is fully patterned across the front. It was worn once. It may be worn with kimono and is also suitable for use as a bed runner, table runner, or wall hanging.
Measurement
Width: 30.5cm / Approx. 12 1/64”
Length: 408cm / Approx. 160 5/8″
Patterns (Front)
408cm (100%)
Age: -2000s
Material: Silk threads
Color (Front): Festive Orange, Springtime Peach, Peachy Keen, Absolute Green, Celtic Green, Meadowlands Green, Hint of Mauve, Hedgehog Brown, Wisp of Mauve
Color (Back): Outrageous Orange – Tawny Day Lilly
Patterns (Traditional Patterns):
Front: Flowers and Lattice Pattern
Back: Higaki Patterns
Condition: Excellent to very good vintage condition consistent with age. (Very lightly used: once)
* Folding creases in the fabric from long-term storage.
* Only slight vertical folding lines on some parts of the back. (Refer to No. 8 photo)
* No vertical folding lines on the front.
* Almost no visible discoloration due to age.
* No visible stains, scratches, or fraying on the patterned fabric.
* One small scratch on the back. (Refer to No. 8 photo)
* Please note that traditional silk textiles and natural dyes may retain a subtle characteristic scent.
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