Аукцион Bidspirit | AN INDIGO DYED JAPANESE FIREMAN'S

AN INDIGO DYED JAPANESE FIREMAN'S JACKET, ADAIR ESTATE - The 19th century firefighter's jacket is constructed of multiple layers of indigo-dyed cotton densely secured with thousands of sashiko stitches. An actual firefighter's jacket, the back displays a firefighting brigade, sponsor organization or merchant's emblem above seal motif. The lapels display white dye resist fire brigade unit number, district designation, or town company. Measures 38L x 50W inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house. Dimensions Measures 38L x 50W inches. Condition Very good condition, displaying characteristics of wear, environment and use commensurate with age. No damage, repair, odor or wear. Provenance The estate of John Adair Jr. (1942-2025), founder and proprietor of Kurofune Antiques in Tokyo (est. 1978), a world-renowned destination for Japanese basketry, prints and furniture featured in The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Wall Street Journal.