A Large Japanese Green Ground Silk Ceremonial Kimono
Auction Date: November 12, 2021
Estimate: Estimate: 300 - 500
Sold for: $720
Lot: 3034
The ground of green embroidered in silks and couched gilt thread with blossoming cherry trees, reels, a boat and duck, red silk lining.
Height approximately 74 inches (187.9 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.
The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.