The Autumn Fan Kimono - hand-dyed pure silk Japanese heirloom. One of One.

One of One. Vintage Japanese Kimono. Handpicked in Japan. Heirloom.

A whisper of autumn captured in silk.

This rare vintage kimono in soft ivory carries the quiet shimmer of rinzu — a premium silk jacquard woven with cranes (tsuru), symbols of longevity and grace. The fabric itself is art — textured with flight, movement, and the serenity of tradition.

Across its hem and sleeves, hand-dyed and resist-painted ōgi (folding fans) unfold in tones of persimmon red, moss green, saffron, plum, and grey. Each fan represents prosperity and the spreading of good fortune — a motif often seen in celebratory garments. The subtle gold pigment outlines catch the light softly, revealing the careful layering and precision of yuzen craftsmanship.

The harmony between the creamy silk and bold colorwork is unmistakably Japanese — celebratory yet serene, timeless yet alive. A rare composition of texture, symbolism, and artistry that transcends eras.

For the woman who collects beauty not for display, but for legacy.

Collector’s Details

• Era: Mid-Shōwa (1950s–1970s)
• Origin: Japan
• Fabric: 100% Silk Rinzu (Jacquard-woven with cranes)
• Technique: Hand-dyed Yuzen with gold accent detailing
• Color: Ivory base with multicolor fan motifs in red, green, saffron, plum, and grey
• Motifs: Ōgi (folding fans) – prosperity, celebration, unfolding destiny
  Tsuru (cranes) – longevity, loyalty, grace
• Lining: Pale cream silk with gentle patina, showing its age beautifully
• Condition: Excellent vintage with wabi-sabi marks consistent with time; structure and fabric remain strong and supple

A celebration of craftsmanship, heritage, and quiet joy.