Unused Men's Silk Gakuura with Noh Masks of Ko-omote, Okina and Hannya, Grey Blue, King Size
Unused Men's Silk Gakuura with Noh Masks of Ko-omote, Okina and Hannya, Grey Blue, King Size
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An unused length of men's silk gakuura, the pictorial lining made for a formal haori, painted with three Noh masks: ko-omote, okina and hannya.
The Piece
Gakuura is the decorative lining panel of a formal men's haori. The outer coat is kept sober; the picture is held on the inside, a private pleasure when the coat is opened.
This length is painted on a pale grey blue silk, with the three principal faces of the Noh theatre laid upon folding fans. Ko-omote, a young woman with a small mouth and two painted spots, rests on a green fan with gold crests. Okina, the sacred old man, is given a white beard and a calm, open gaze. Hannya, with gilt horns and gold teeth, is set on a warm ochre fan beside a dark tassel.
The silk is unused, and has not yet been cut or sewn into a coat. The width is king size, 81.0 cm (31.9 in), and there is enough length for one men's haori.
Details
- Type: Men's gakuura, a pictorial silk lining for a formal haori
- Material: Silk
- Motif: Noh masks of ko-omote, okina and hannya on folding fans
- Colour: Pale grey blue ground
- Size: King size width
- Measurements: Width 81.0 cm (31.9 in). Length sufficient for one men's haori. Every measurement is taken by hand, with the piece laid flat and the tape read by eye, so please allow a gentle margin of about 1–3 cm (0.5–1 in) for the natural give of fabric, handwork and the human hand.
Condition
The silk is unused, with a clean surface and a clear, unfaded painting. Fold lines from storage are visible.
Condition grade S (unused) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
Authenticity & Care
Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Have it cleaned by a kimono specialist, keep it out of direct sun, and store it flat or rolled.
Delivery from Japan
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