BUDDHIST MONK'S KESA, JAPAN, 1898

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  • Lot: 37
  • April 2009 Vintage Fashion and Textile Auction
  • New York City
Robe & shoulder sash of purple silk woven w/ gold metallic rondels, purple backing w/ Japanese script, reads, "June, 31st year of the Meiji (1898), Daikeiji Temple gifts kesa to monk Yoshio Kaigeyama celebrating his years of service to the temple, 21.5" x 42.5", sash 3.25" x 55", (ties worn, stain on backing, 1 pieced square cut into 3 strips) excellent; t/w 1 green floral patterned shoulder sash w/ horn buckle, 3" x 43", good.

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  • Price Realized: $ 437.5
  • Category: Textiles
  • Era: 1850-1890
  • Condition: Excellent

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