Deep Red Silk Crepe Visiting Kimono

1950s · 1950s · Japanese

This hōmogi displays the classic T-shaped kimono silhouette with wide rectangular sleeves and straight-line construction. The deep red silk crepe ground features elaborate pictorial motifs including decorative boxes, floral arrangements, and geometric patterns rendered in gold, cream, and green. The design elements are asymmetrically placed across the garment, with concentrated decoration on the lower portion and sleeves. The silk crepe fabric provides subtle texture and drape characteristic of mid-20th century Japanese textile production. Gold metallic threads create luminous highlights throughout the design, demonstrating sophisticated dyeing and embellishment techniques typical of Kanazawa's renowned textile craftsmanship during the post-war recovery period.