The Guide to Kimono

An informative, introductory guide to identifying, dating, and pricing antique and vintage Japanese kimono

Finally, the kimono can be appreciated and understood by all. This concise, fully illustrated guide examines the ever-popular and iconic kimonoa form of traditional Japanese clothing that has existed for centuries and continues to be a part of Japan’s rich cultural heritage.

Aimed at kimono enthusiasts and collectors of all levels, this up-to-date resource identifies and explains differenttypes of antique and vintage kimono and kimono-related items, materials,construction, and motifs. Full-color images and easy-to-follow descriptions arm readers with theknowledge they need to determine ageand value of kimono, as the guide demystifies and debunks mythsand misconceptions about this mysterious and often-misunderstoodgarment.

Features include

Japanese spellings and English transliterations for each clothing type
A comprehensive glossary of helpful terms;
Information on common, uncommon, and rare kimono motifs, from tigers and cherry blossoms to mountains, snowflakes, and swans;
Close-up images of textiles showcasing different fabric materials and techniques; and
Tips for documenting, photographing, and storing kimono.

This helpful guide is ideal for kimono collectors and enthusiasts, and anyone who has found, inherited, or purchased a kimono and wants to know more about it.[AuthorName]By Justine Sobocan[/AuthorName][AuthorBio]Justine Sobocan has been collecting kimono since 2005 and has a collection of over 150 pieces, with the oldest dating back 200 years. She has a degree in anthropology from McMaster University and lives in Ontario, Canada. Visit https://missmyloko.tumblr.com/.[/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]80 color images[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle]A Handbook to Identifying, Dating, and Pricing Antique and Vintage Japanese Kimono[/SubTitle][ColorPattern]80 color images[/ColorPattern]