Vintage Uchikake Japanese Wedding Kimono Coat

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15 years ago
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Description

We were told by a man familar with japanese antiques that this was an execptional uchikake which was probably owned and used by a very wealthy family. He mentioned the stitching being gold and hand stitched...? There appears to be a basting stitch along some areas like the sleeves and hem. It is very heavy, almost 10 pounds.
Category Vintage Textiles and Clothing
Medium silk, gold thread
Distinguishing marks no tags, maybe hand made?
Condition Good
Size and dimensions of this item 51.5" across, 74" long
Date Period unknown
Weight approx. 10 pounds
History We found it in an abanoned house we purchased in Lockport, NY 14094
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known) unknown
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Submitted by Anonymous

Hi There-

I have been working with vintage Japanese kimonos for about 15 years - see my website at www.bridalkimono.com or www.kyotokimon.com so I am familiar with these. This is an uchikake style wedding kimono (there are four main types), and it looks to be contemporary, from 1960-80.  They are indeed quite expensive (usually hand-embroidered) so most Japanese brides rent rather than buy theirs.  The rental itself can be thousands of dollars, but it may include all of the layers that go underneath the uchikake, the wig, the accessories, etc.  But when these rental go out of season, they appear at the markets and can be purchased at a reasonable price.

I sell these for $500-$750 normally, depending on condition, pattern, age, etc.  If you'd like any other info feel free to contact me at [email protected]. 

Hope you plan to display it!

Nancy
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