☆ Furisode Kimono: Vivid Red with Flowing Gold Accents and Seasonal Flowers — Ideal for Wearing or Luxurious Display ◎ This item will be shipped directly from Japan. This furisode is a magnificent and elegant piece featuring a refined, vivid red base richly adorned with flowing gold accents. The black tones at the sleeves and hem provide a striking contrast that enhances the overall composition, giving the kimono an overwhelming presence—truly a work of art. The gosho-guruma (imperial carriage) and seasonal flowers depicted on the front panels are finished using kin-koma embroidery, a traditional technique employing gold thread to create a raised, three-dimensional texture, resulting in a rich and luxurious appearance. 【What is a Furisode?】 A furisode is the most formal type of kimono worn by unmarried women in Japan. It is characterized by its very long sleeves, which gracefully sway with movement and are considered a symbol of traditional Japanese beauty. 【Meaning of the Motif: Gosho-guruma】 The design features a gosho-guruma (imperial carriage), historically used by aristocrats during the Heian period (794–1185). This motif symbolizes elegance, nobility, wealth, and prosperity, making it a highly auspicious design. 【Artisan Craftsmanship: Hand-Sewing and Eba Pattern】 Please take a look at the seams of the fabric. The patterns align seamlessly across adjoining panels, which is a testament to the skill of master artisans who carefully hand-sew each piece. This technique, known as eba-moyō, creates a continuous design flowing across the entire garment. 【Interior Decoration Appeal】 Made of 100% silk (shōken), this kimono has a rich texture and elegant sheen. It is highly appreciated in Western interiors as a modern expression of Japanese aesthetics and as an oriental work of art. Simply displaying it in a room adds brilliance and sophistication to the space. 【Kimono Type Guide】 Japanese kimono come in various types depending on their use: Uchikake: The most luxurious bridal kimono worn at weddings Furisode: The most formal attire for young women, featuring long sleeves and vibrant all-over patterns Homongi: A semi-formal kimono with continuous patterns flowing from shoulder to hem Tomesode: The most formal kimono for married women, with patterns only at the hem Yukata: A casual cotton kimono worn during summer festivals 【Size】 Length: approx. 160 cm Width: approx. 120 cm Weight: approx. 1300 g 【Condition】 This item is in very good condition. It is suitable both for wearing and for display. However, please note that there may be minor signs of wear due to age. Kindly review the photos carefully and bid only if you agree with the condition. 【Important Notes Before Bidding】 This item will be shipped from Japan. The item price and shipping cost do not include import duties, VAT, or Catawiki fees. Customers outside Japan are advised to check the import duties of their country before bidding, or refer to the Catawiki Help Center below: Understanding import taxes https://www.catawiki.com/en/help/buyer-customs-and-taxes/understanding-import-taxes Understanding customs fees and import charges https://www.catawiki.com/en/help/buyer-customs-and-taxes/understanding-customs-fees-and-import-charges 【Shipping Information】 The item will be carefully packed and shipped from Japan. For safe and secure delivery, it will be sent with a tracking number. Shipping originates from Japan. (For example, shipping to countries such as France, Italy, and Spain is €40.) Please check the shipping cost to your country and place your bid only if you agree with the terms.