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Man's robe (chijiri)
Worn by: Masayosi Moniwa (Japanese, 1917–1977)
Ainu
mid-20th century
Medium/Technique
Wool twill embroidered with silk
Dimensions
Center back: 137.8 cm (54 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Tae Isori in memory of Akira Isori
Accession Number2017.55
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CollectionsAsia, Contemporary Art, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionDark blue-black wool robe embroidered with white, blue green, yellow and purple silk with traditional Ainu patterns including the three basic motifs--thorn, eye, and spiral.
ProvenanceBefore 1977, owned and worn by Masayoshi Maniwa, Kawau Onsen, Japan; before 1977, gift of Masayoshi Maniwa to Tae Isori, Kawau Onsen, Japan; 2017, gift of Tae Isori to the MFA. (Accession Date: January 18, 2017)