Kimono : vanishing tradition : Japanese textiles of the 20th century

Book

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BLUE: The TATTER Textile Library

Name/Title

Kimono : vanishing tradition : Japanese textiles of the 20th century

Entry/Object ID

GT1560.I46 2016

Description

"Kimono is a generic term for traditional Japanese clothing; it means "thing to wear." This book provides an overview of various traditional garments, introduces types of designs found in twentieth century kimono that are still available, and presents wearable art inspired by kimono from contemporary artists. The text gives price ranges for items that would be reasonable in a store or gallery, and explains what to look for when collecting. Because kimono are disappearing from Japanese wardrobes, they probably will become increasingly collectible." "Each of the fourteen chapters opens with the definition of the type of apparel covered therein (including simple, every-day, formal, etc.) as well as their use in Japanese life. The terms are further explained in the Glossary. Over 525 color photographs display brilliant and subtle textile designs and demonstrate beauty in men's, women's, and children's garments and accessories. Textile and clothing designers will find a wealth of inspiration here. Vintage clothing entusiasts will be enthralled. Book jacket." -- BOOK JACKET

Acquisition

Source (if not Accessioned)

Nancy Micklewright

Notes

Gift of Nancy Micklewright, July 2025.

Lexicon

Search Terms

kimonos--history, textile design--japan--history--20th century, textile fabrics--japan--history--20th century

Legacy Lexicon

Category

Book

Book Details

Author

Cheryl Imperatore, Paul MacLardy

Edition

Revised and expanded 2nd edition

Publisher

Schiffer Publishing

Place Published

City

Atglen, PA

Date Published

2016

ISBN

0764312286

Notes

Length: 256

General Notes

Note Type

Contents

Note

1. History -- 2. Yukata - Cotton Robes -- 3. Nagajugan - Undergarments -- 4. Women's Kimono -- 5. Tomesode - Kimono for Formal Occasions -- 6. Obi & Accessories -- 7. Women's Haori - Short Silk Jackets -- 8. Michiyuki - Overcoats -- 9. Men's Apparel -- 10. Uchikake - The Most Formal Kimono -- 11. Children's Kimono -- 12. Furoshiki & Fukusa - Ceremonial Cloths -- 13. Religious & Theater Costumes -- 14. Contemporary Wearable Art.