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ANTIQUE JAPANESE BORO NORAGI WORK JACKET - SASHIKO INDIGO PATCHWORK KIMONO COAT (MEIJI TO SHOWA ERA)①
An extraordinary museum-quality piece of authentic Japanese folk art: a vintage Boro Noragi (襤褸 野良着) work coat dating from the Meiji to Showa period (late 19th to mid-20th century). Weighing approximately 1,500 grams (3.3 lbs), this substantial garment represents the true pinnacle of historic Japanese textile conservation and functional beauty.
[DESIGN & PATCHWORK ARTISTRY]- Multi-Patterned Indigo Textiles: Expertly constructed from a patchwork of diverse natural indigo-dyed cotton fabrics, including subtle checks (Koushi), stripes (Shima), and a distinctive micro-dot (Mamezhibori style) collar.- Dense Sashiko Stitching: Features extensive running hand-stitches (刺し子 / Sashiko) in durable thread, applied over generations to reinforce worn areas and bind multiple cloth layers together.- Layered Interior Lining: The inside reveals a fine vertical-striped lining, providing both extra warmth and structural durability to the heavy outer coat.
[THE CULTURAL SPIRIT & HISTORY OF BORO]In rural historical Japan, particularly during the harsh winters of northern regions, cotton was a rare and precious resource. Farmers and farmworkers could not afford to discard worn clothing. Instead, families meticulously mended, patched, and reinforced garments over decades and across generations—a practice rooted in the Japanese philosophy of \"Mottainai\" (respecting resources and avoiding waste).
Today, these authentic Boro garments are internationally celebrated in museums and modern textile art as unique \"living sculptures,\" where every patch and stitch tells the intimate story of the original artisan\'s daily life.
[SPECIFICATIONS & MEASUREMENTS]- Era: Meiji to Showa Period (Late 19th to Mid-20th Century, Japan)- Material: 100% Vintage Cotton (Heavyweight, approx. 1,500 g / 3.3 lbs)- Color: Natural Indigo Blue / Charcoal / Cream
- Measurements (Laid Flat): * Length (Back center collar to hem): 108 cm / 42.5 in * Width (Pit to pit): 57 cm / 22.4 in * Sleeve to Center Back (Yuki): 59 cm / 23.2 in * Sleeve Length (Shoulder join to cuff): 30.5 cm / 12.0 in
[CONDITION]Offered in genuine antique Boro distressed condition as pictured. Exhibits extensive age-appropriate wear, including frayed hem borders, open worn holes revealing underlying fabric layers, natural indigo fading, historic hand-stitched mending patches, and fold lines. The heavy cotton is thick, tactile, and full of historical presence. Retains a subtle vintage textile aroma. Please review all detailed high-resolution photos carefully.
[RECOMMENDED USES]This rare Boro jacket is ideal for:- Premium display in textile art collections, gallery exhibitions, or interior design.- Wearing as a statement piece in modern vintage, heritage, or avant-garde fashion.- Inspiration for textile designers, Sashiko artists, and fashion archivists.
[SHIPPING]Free Express International Shipping via EMS (Express Mail Service) with full tracking and insurance.
