I believe this is a fukuro obi (formal obi) from around the end of the Taisho era. It has reached the age where it can be called an antique obi. - Color: Red - Design: Floral, chrysanthemums and leaves - Material: Silk Size: Approximately 30.8cm x 4.14m The photos have dark gray shadows, but the actual subdued red color is a single shade. The silk fabric seems to attract light, and shadows inevitably appear when the camera is moved away. I love the cute swirling stamens of the chrysanthemums and the design of the subdued silver leaves scattered about. I also think the large chrysanthemums with the kanoko (spotted) pattern and the sideways silhouette of the wild chrysanthemums are interesting. It was stored in the obi chest at my parents' house, and since there's no one to inherit it, I've decided to list it on Mercari. Despite its age, there are almost no stains or dirt. The only issues are the slight gaps in the threads as shown in photos 13 and 14, and some fraying at the edges (shown on white paper for visibility, photo 15). It seems that my ancestors took great care in storing it to avoid stains and damage, but there is the characteristic aging of silk fabric. Antique lovers should be able to wear it as is. Also, the patterns seem effective for obi remakes. Thank you for looking. #MakiCollections #Decluttering #CleaningMyParentsHouse #OrganizingMyParentsHouse #JapaneseClothing #Kimono #Obi #Antique #AntiqueObi #TaishoEra #EndOfTheTaishoEra #ChrysanthemumPattern #WildChrysanthemum #LeafPattern #KanokoPattern #FlowerStamenDesign #LeafDesign #DoveGray #Handmade #Materials #CraftSupplies #ObiRemake #KimonoRemake #FlowerFridaySale #NextWeekSale