Cover art for The Guide to Kimono
Published
Schiffer Publishing, August 2024
ISBN
9780764365867
Format
Softcover, 144 pages
Dimensions
25.4cm × 17.8cm

The Guide to Kimono A Handbook to Identifying, Dating, and Pricing Antique and Vintage Japanese Kimono

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An informative, introductory guide to identifying, dating, and pricing antique and vintage Japanese kimono. Finally, the kimono can be appreciated 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 showcasing 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. AUTHOR: Justine Sobocan has a degree in anthropology from McMaster University. She has been collecting kimono since 2005 and has a collection of over 150 pieces, with the oldest dating back 200 years. She lives in Ontario, Canada. 80 colour images

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