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Kimono with Horse Racing motif Kimono with Horse Racing motif
The Japanese love and reverence for nature was reflected in the themes chosen to decorate kimono. Flower blossoms, trees, and streams were lovingly hand painted onto the surface of the robes. Oftentimes kanji would be incorporated into the designs... bits of poetry or characters alluding to ideas or concepts would be embroidered or painted onto the garment.

CHECKERBOARD PATTERN, MAPLE LEAVES,
AND HORSE RACING SCENE.
Early 19th Century

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