Gardens and Village in the Mist Oshima Tsumugi Vintage Kimono Silk from Japan By the Yard #334

The view is muted as if there is rain, fog, early morning or dusk calming the colors in the flowers, trees, homes and mountains. This thin, somewhat crispy silk is probably from the 1960's and is handwoven, certified Oshima Tsumugi. These ikats are known for their quality and for highly skilled Oshima artisans who have created them since the 1300's.  The kimono made from Oshima Tsumugi silk become beloved heirlooms because they are so beautiful, long-lasting and so comfortable to wear in all types of weather, year after year. Lightweight, very smooth, lustrous and incredibly soft, each thread is pre-dyed to create the intricate ikat design once woven. It takes months to dye and weave one bolt; there are so many processes to assure its beauty. A true ikat, both sides are the just the same. 14" wide and sold by the full yard; we'll cut yours from the never-used, beautiful condition, hand woven, probably mud dyed, vintage bolt. 100% Silk. Japan.