(Chōken with Bamboo Pattern), 19th century
Unknown Japaneseexpand_more
Silk gauze-weave ground with embroideryexpand_more
Gift of funds from the Wells Family Foundation Trustexpand_more 2002.216.1
Not on Viewexpand_more
Chōken, literally "long silk," is a type of unlined jacket made of semi-transparent, gauze silk fabric into which designs are woven or embroidered with gold-leafed and colored threads. The side seams are not sewn together, which allows it to swing and flutter as the actor dances. While chōken are used mainly for female roles, actors portraying noblemen can also wear them.
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- Title
- (Chōken with Bamboo Pattern)
- Role
- Artist
- Accession Number
- 2002.216.1
- Curator Approved
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