Sparkling ruby petals are translucent and iridescent
No body or crispness at all
soft silk with a hint of shine and a bit of a slubby texture
thread-tied bolt weight 5
This size but less glittery is #KB-951
Sale, Abstract with Black Tendrils Vintage Meisen Kimono Silk Piece, 14" x 61" from Japan #ZP-43 Shirt and Blouse Buttons Sparkling ruby petals are translucentMany colors feathered together; other than the black, none are just that one color. Red, green, grays, golds, pinks. The background is cool off white. A true ikat, both sides are just the same, and it has Meisen's desirable, traditional blur. Thin and light, with no sheen, it's on the sleek side and is a bit crisp. An artisan created, vintage treasure with a fantastic, joyous design, this silk is from a 1930's 50's kimono, with some weaving character