Kimono, Yumihama-gasuri

This hand-woven "kasuri" kimono with design called "Chinese bellflower and water motif" was designed in 1987 by Etsuko Shimada, who was designated an Important Intangible Cultural Property by Tottori prefecture. This masterpiece was based on traditional motifs, and imbued with a modern sensibility. Shimada has been active in teaching the traditional techniques of "kasuri" textile design to insure the continuation of the craft in future generations.