Japanese Firefighter's Kimono “hikeshi-banten” - Meiji Period (1868–1912).
JAPAN - Meiji Period (1868–1912).
HIKESHI BANTEN - Japanese firefighter’s kimono jacket, made of thick, quilted cotton fabric with sashiko stitching, designed to be filled with water to protect the wearer from the heat of the flames.
It is decorated using the “tsutsugaki” technique—a freehand resist dyeing process on an indigo background—featuring interlaced “tobiguchi” (a Japanese firefighter’s tool resembling a pickaxe) and Chinese characters.
Very good overall condition, with slight signs of wear at the nape of the neck.
Dimensions: 113 x 118 cm.
Notes: Firefighters played a vital role in Edo-period cities, which were regularly devastated by fires. The rudimentary equipment they used during their interventions meant they were viewed as true heroes, ready to sacrifice themselves for the community.
HIKESHI BANTEN - Japanese firefighter’s kimono jacket, made of thick, quilted cotton fabric with sashiko stitching, designed to be filled with water to protect the wearer from the heat of the flames.
It is decorated using the “tsutsugaki” technique—a freehand resist dyeing process on an indigo background—featuring interlaced “tobiguchi” (a Japanese firefighter’s tool resembling a pickaxe) and Chinese characters.
Very good overall condition, with slight signs of wear at the nape of the neck.
Dimensions: 113 x 118 cm.
Notes: Firefighters played a vital role in Edo-period cities, which were regularly devastated by fires. The rudimentary equipment they used during their interventions meant they were viewed as true heroes, ready to sacrifice themselves for the community.
2 850 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Linen
Width: 118 cm.
Height: 113 cm.
Reference (ID): 1734573
Availability: In stock
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