Japanese Kimono Dragon Embroidered Cream 1940s Robe Souvenir Silk

Description

View Japanese Kimono Dragon Embroidered Cream 1940s Robe Souvenir Silk with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The front features extended panels that allow the robe to wrap deeply across the chest for a secure, comfortable silhouette. The overall condition is very good for a delicate silk textile of this age, presenting a magnificent, fully intact embroidery field with vibrant coloration and no loose thread pulls. This authentic mid-century Japanese souvenir kimono robe delivers spectacular postwar military heritage with breathtaking artistry.  The cream-colored silk body serves as a striking canvas for an expansive, hand-guided embroidery display on the back, showcasing an imperial red dragon coiled amidst billowing wisps of white clouds. The front layout mirrors this theme with smaller embroidered cloud motifs accentuating the open front panels and wide sleeves. It is a beautiful, highly collectible example of traditional Japanese embroidery art customized for the western market, capturing the incredible craftsmanship sought after by vintage military collectors. The construction features iconic lounge garment tailoring, designed with dramatic, fluid open sleeves and a clean collarless neckline that folds gently over the neck. The front features extended panels that allow the robe to wrap deeply across the chest for a secure, comfortable silhouette. Built without hardware, buttons, or integrated waist loops, the piece relies on a fluid drape that allows the heavy silk textile to frame the body cleanly. The inner neck features faint, hand-penciled markings along the rear collar line, a common detail found on custom merchant pieces crafted in postwar port towns. Condition Note The overall condition is very good for a delicate silk textile of this age, presenting a magnificent, fully intact embroidery field with vibrant coloration and no loose thread pulls. The cream silk body displays localized, light brown spotting scatterings across the front panels and upper sleeves, along with faint grayish coloration marks near the lower hemline. The inner collar shows authentic pencil notations from its original point of sale. The garment is sold alone without its original matching silk waist tie belt. These honest character marks reflect decades of careful storage and natural fiber oxidation, adding genuine historic patina without impacting the structural strength of the seams or the visual power of the main dragon artwork. Fabric Profile The garment is crafted from a premium 100% pure silk habotai or medium-weight silk shantung weave that provides an exceptionally smooth, fluid drape. The textile offers a cool, liquid-like feel against the skin combined with high natural breathability. Size Details Factory Tag Size: See actual measurements (This garment features no physical size or manufacturer tags, typical of custom postwar souvenir items). Key Measurements: Bust/Chest measures 40" (Measured flat across the back panel, pit-to-pit at 20" with the front crossover panels lightly touching, then doubled for total circumference). The total length measures 51" from the seam stitching directly below the collar panel down to the bottom hemline. Sizing/Fit Note: Please compare these exact flat tape-measure numbers to a similar piece you already own to ensure a proper fit before purchasing. Vintage garment cuts vary heavily by era and brand when compared to modern apparel. The open, fluid wrap design provides an accommodating fit that comfortably aligns with a modern modern size Small or Medium. Condition: Pre-owned. Category: Clothing, Shoes & Accessories › Specialty › Vintage › Women's Vintage Clothing › Sleepwear & Robes. Brand: Unbranded.

Brand

Unbranded

Size Type

Regular

Size

M

Decade

1940s

Brand Size

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