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July 11, 2021

Victoria and Albert Museum - Yamaguchi Genbei: hikihaku woven obi

"For over ten generations, Yamaguchi Genbei's family have been creating exquisitely crafted obi (the sash worn with traditional Japanese clothing) using the intricate technique of hikihaku – a process of weaving with fine metallic, mother of pearl, or semi-precious stone threads."

Posted by Ghost of a flea at July 11, 2021 02:34 PM