Bidspirit auction | 20th c. Japanese Reversible Moire
20th c. Japanese Reversible Moire Silk Robe - 20th c. Japanese embroidered moire silk reversible robe. One side in green with white semi-circular Buddhist wheels along the top and bottom hems. The other side with one half in teal blue with gold embroidery throughout and one half in plum red with floral and Buddhist wheel symbols throughout. (Flat, approximate) Width (wrist-to-wrist): 54 in x length: 50 in x waist: 25 1/2 in. Condition: The robe is in generally good condition with no major tears, rips, or restorations. There is soiling throughout, most noticeable in the white areas of the robe. There is evidence of minor amateur repairs throughout, especially along seams. Some light wear to the silk, consistent with use.