design of floral crests and chrysanthemum and fence design on a salmon ground

Noh costume (nuihaku), 19th century

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Nuihaku, literally “sewn foil,” refers to kosode (short-sleeved)-type kimono that is decorated with embroidery and pasted gold and silver foil. This garment is decorated with seasonal plants, including peonies, plum blossoms, willows, chrysanthemums, narcissuses, and maple leaves. Worn by male actors performing as women, it is normally mostly hidden under a larger karaori layer, which is lavishly decorated with colored, gold, and silver threads.

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Title
Noh costume (nuihaku)
Role
Artist
Accession Number
2002.216.2
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design of floral crests and chrysanthemum and fence design on a salmon ground