The everyday kimono is a thing of the past with exception of special occasions as more and more Japanese have adopted western clothing following WWII. The kimono at one time determined a person’s class in society the season, one’s age level, one’s family lineage and more.
The fabric for some kimono became illegal to produce because the method was so time consuming and the final cost was prohibitive. Surface art was done using various techniques and many types of weaves. At one point, kimono makers were held in higher regard than the artists and weavers who embellished the fabrics. This and more will be elaborated by Fran Dorr at the Saddlebrooke Fine Arts Guild Art Salon which will be held, Wednesday, May 20th from 10:30 am to noon in the Topaz Room at the Mountainview Clubhouse. For more information, contact Marilynn Davis. Fran will share some of the fabric samples from kimonos for closer observation.
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