Woman’s Belt (Obi)

An obi is a belt used for traditional Japanese clothing. The pattern shows a cloud or water design covered with images of flowers. In addition, there are floating hexagons with a chrysanthemum, a peony, and a crest-like symbol.
Title: Woman’s Belt (Obi)
Artist: Unknown
Creation Date: 1990s
Geography: Japan
Culture: Japanese
Medium: Silk, metallic thread
Technique: Plain weave, supplementary weft patterning
Dimensions: 30.6 x 406 cm (12 x 159 7/8 in)
Classification: Costumes; accessories worn
Credit Line: Gift of Tina Ruyter, 2022
Object ID Number: 2022.13.KT728