7932: 1930s-50s Japanese Meisen Silk 61in.Pc.Arai-Hari Black w/Round Cranes

Catalog# 7932 1930s to 1950s Japanese Textiles:From Arai-Hari Cleaners Japanese Kimono Meisen Silk Fabric PieceRare Solid Black w/Rounded Cranes MotifWidth:14.5 inches / 36.83 cmLength: 61 inches / 154.94 cmUS$20.00 per piecePlus ShippingItem Details and Description Fabric History/Pedigree: 1930s to 1950s silk fabric pieces received from a traditional Japanese kimono cleaner/reconstructor called Arai-Hari -- see an excellent explanation of traditional Arai Hari by textile expert John Marshall, by click-pushing HERE. Fabric Description: Delicate, thin, very lightweight Meisen silk, translucent (almost sheer), slightly stiff,lightsheen; the solid black background upon close inspection is comprised of a checkerboard style weave; elements are less than 1/8th inch/3.17mm; This style of weave creates a sheen where the weave elements ae visible upon close inspection (See our last closeup image); The design is a modernistic rendering of a classic motif of rounded crane, largest of these are