A Nishijin-ori maru obi fabric with traditional patterns of pine, bamboo, and plum blossoms, and a palanquin. - Design: Traditional Japanese scenery and floral patterns - Colors: Red, green, gold, cream - Material: Silk - Technique: Nishijin-ori - Kyoka Karaori Karaori is one of the silk weaving techniques that represents Japanese dyeing and weaving technology, a technique that weaves silk threads three-dimensionally like embroidery in the areas that become patterns. The origin of Karaori dates back approximately 1200 years, and it is said that the technique of floating weave organization used for the outer garment (Kara-ginu) of Heian period costumes evolved into Karaori. After the Momoyama period, sumptuary laws were frequently issued, and luxury was not considered good. The gorgeous Karaori disappeared from the stage, but Karaori continued to be woven through Noh costumes, etc., and has been handed down to this day as a technique for fukuro obi and uchikake. This product is believed to be from the late Meiji period to the Taisho period. New, unused Width 69cm, Length 402cm Please allow for some errors due to amateur measurements. It can be made into a maru obi as is. I think it will also be useful as a material for kimono dresses, bags, and accessories. Due to its age, there is deterioration over time, and there are also stains on the edges. Please check the condition in the photos. Also, as it has been stored at home for many years, Please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive. Thank you for viewing.