A Mottled Colored Weft Sakiori Obi: Rag Woven Obi

mid twentieth century
122" x 6 1/2", 310 cm x 16.5 cm 

This is a lovely sakiori obi, or a rustic, traditional kimono sash that is woven using shredded cotton cloth as its weft yarn.

Its coloration and design are based in loosely rendered bars in tones of mottled greys, reds, mustards and greens that are subtle in color and appearance.

The warp yarns are of black dyed cotton which give depth of color and tone to the obi.

This kimono sash is in good, used condition--it is sturdy and its color palette is unusual and beautiful.

A richly toned folk textile in a fairly unusual color palette, this is a good example of a sakiori obi.