Details & Origin
This vintage kimono clutch is made of silk, which gives it a very particular shine. You can notice the bag changes colours in different lights, and though it seems different in some photos, the colour is black.
The motif represents Chrysanthemum flowers, a highly auspicious symbol. Their long petals seem to flow in the wind. Here and there, smaller Plum flowers are embroidered on top.
Clutches like this one, entirely made of black fabric, are originally designed to be worn for funeral ceremonies, and have to be elegant but sober. Re-styled with a different outfit, the monochrome textured motifs gain a real sense of modernity. The inside is made of plain silk twill, and the whole clutch is consolidated with a sturdy structure.
Condition
Used, perfect condition on the outside, but there is glue stain on the inside (near the button, see photos). The price is calculated accordingly.
Size
length 21 cm/ 8.2 inches
height 11 cm/ 4.3 inches
3 cm/1.2 in depth
Inner pocket 12.5 x 7 and 10.5 x 5.5 cm/4.9 x 2.8 and 4.1 x 2.2 in
Opens with a silver snap button.
Sourced in Kyoto, Japan.
Details & Origin
This vintage kimono clutch is made of silk, which gives it a very particular shine. You can notice the bag changes colours in different lights, and though it seems different in some photos, the colour is black.
The motif represents Chrysanthemum flowers, a highly auspicious symbol. Their long petals seem to flow in the wind. Here and there, smaller Plum flowers are embroidered on top.
Clutches like this one, entirely made of black fabric, are originally designed to be worn for funeral ceremonies, and have to be elegant but sober. Re-styled with a different outfit, the monochrome textured motifs gain a real sense of modernity. The inside is made of plain silk twill, and the whole clutch is consolidated with a sturdy structure.
Condition
Used, perfect condition on the outside, but there is glue stain on the inside (near the button, see photos). The price is calculated accordingly.
Size
length 21 cm/ 8.2 inches
height 11 cm/ 4.3 inches
3 cm/1.2 in depth
Inner pocket 12.5 x 7 and 10.5 x 5.5 cm/4.9 x 2.8 and 4.1 x 2.2 in
Opens with a silver snap button.
Sourced in Kyoto, Japan.
