Boro Noragi - Shima cottons, yellow cotton repairs silk ) or more likely commissioned

) or more likely commissioned by the bride’s family

and extensive sashiko repair

Indigo Sakiori work garment with boro repairs from Meiji era

The placement of the patterns is somewhat irregular and emphasizes the unique movement of the cloth

the maker added floral and botanical motifs using katazome

Boro Noragi - Shima cottons, yellow cotton repairs silk ) or more likely commissionedHeavily patched boro noragi displays years of use. Outer jacket shows a handsome display of variegated indigo cottons, stripes and checks. Inner work coat has brilliant yellow sleeves and sashiko stitching. In excellent overall condition. Early to mid 1900s Dimensions: Length: 49"; Sleeve to sleeve: 49. 5"; Pit to pit: 24"