Kosode
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Kosode

TitleKosode
Datelate 19th–early 20th century 19th century
MediumSilk and metallic thread
ClassificationCostumes
OriginJapan Japan
Holding institutionThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
Credit lineGift of Phillip H. Rubin, 2006
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

Subjects: Botanical illustrationOrnithological plates

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