- Published: September 12, 2022
- Updated: September 12, 2022
- University / College: University of Liverpool
- Language: English
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The term, Kimono is used for traditional clothing that is broadly used by Japanese women as well Japanese men. This paper intends to discuss furisode kimonos along with focusing on several other aspects of the kimonos, displayed at the Dayton art museum.
The picture that we are discussing belongs to a type of kimonos, commonly known as furisode kimonos. I love furisode kimono because it reflects Japanese culture and hereditary values. Kimonos are found in a number of designs and are very rich in quality. Kimonos are comfortable garments and continue to be an inseparable part of Japanese history and culture. Furisode kimono is formal and young women wear it at several occasions. The name Furisode is given because of its swinging sleeves. Other salient features as visible in the picture, include brocaded designs, phoenix bird, colorful flowers, and several other precious objects. This Furisode kimono is made up of fine, heavy, red and bright silk and is padded with heavy hem. A number of different patterns are used in making of Kimonos. Gold as well as silver embroidery is an important aspect of kimonos. Paintings, Dye, stencil resist are enormously used by artists to make a perfect kimono for young Japanese females.
Another reason why I love Furisode kimono is because it conveys the richness of Japanese culture and transfer the massage from one to another generation. It is believed that kimonos are used as main garment by Japanese people since circa 794 during the reign of Heinan dynasty. Designs used on the kimonos are influenced by the nature and Japanese artists express their love and respect by portraying nature on kimonos. Artists through these prints used to reflect a number of massages and symbolize vigor, patience and convey different stories about Japanese rich heritage.