Vintage Magenta Silk Shibori Scarf: Japanese Kimono Obiage H1777
This is a traditional scarf called obiage which is worn under a Japanese obi
I found that it makes a fantastic neck scarf! This scarf is a lovely bright color with all areas shibori dyed except for the very ends.
The middle photos show the complexity of the shibori dye process where each raised area has been tied off to resist the dye.
The flatter parts have a mixed floral and traditional Buddhist pattern jacquard weave.
The edges of obiage are not sewn under, they are merely pinked.
Measures just 56" x 8" wide (at full width), shorter than many scarves here
Vintage Magenta Silk Shibori Scarf: Japanese Kimono Obiage H1777
Kimono scarves are neck scarves sewn from bolts of Japanese kimono fabric, originally intended to be made into a kimono jacket or robe. The bolts of cloth are narrow, between 12-14", so they are a natural choice for scarf making.
