Soft Gold and Azure Imaginary Trees Fukuro Corset
£2310
Corset made from an Ivory, Gold and Azure silk Fukuro Obi. This Obi dates back to the beginning of the Showa Era (1926-1989) and represents an imaginary and dreamy scenery. Barely recognisable trees have their ethereal crowns appearing more like puffs of smoke or clouds.
All the Collection Corsets are size UK 8 (EU40).
However, the fit can be slightly different depending on the thickness of the specific Obi used.
The main measureaments in centimetres are:
Waist size 67 cm
Bust size 88 cm
High hip 84 cm.
Our corsets are made to gently squeeze the waist by 2 to 4 cm from the actual “relaxed” waist measurement. Our Collection Corsets are tailored for a “relaxed” waist size of 70 cm, but the corset will actually embrace your waist from 66 to 68 cm, thanks to an internal adjustable belt, which will help you to close the Corset at your comfortable measurement.
The Obi used for the main fabric of this Corset is a heavily embroidered brocade silk, carefully woven on both sides.
Obis can be made from any fabric strong enough to be pulled, but most of them, especially historic ones, are made from silk thread twisted together to create an unending variety of innumerable symbols, motifs and patterns. Some pieces may contain small imperfections, which is to be expected given the age of these fabrics. If there is a significant imperfection, it would be mentioned in the listing.
The Corset is finished with a soft ivory lining 100% silk.
Ancient Obis are really difficult to find, because they rarely survive as the strain from tying them weakens the fabric, making them more vulnerable to damage. Therefore, as in Japan, we should treat this truly delicate fabric with respect and care, in particularly avoiding any contact with water and other liquids, and we suggest to consult professional dry cleaners if required.
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After your purchase we encourage you to store your Corset in a cool and dry place. The Corset will arrive in a box with a pillow and a dust bag where you can preserve it. It is possible also, either to place it protected in its dust bag in your drawers or, if you prefer, to hang it through its loops in your wardrobe.
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About this Corset
Celestial Ku: Soft Gold and Azure Fantasy in Showa Era Fukuro Corset
Soft Gold and Azure Imaginary Trees Fukuro Corset
This Corset is a unique piece made from a Japanese vintage Obi coming from Hokkaido, from the Showa Era (1926-1989).
An Obi is a sash, or a belt used to hold in place a kimono, a Japanese traditional dress.
The pattern represents an imaginary and dreamy scenery. Barely recognisable trees have their ethereal crowns appearing more like puffs of smoke or clouds. Yet we discover the background pattern, it is a representation of water. Everything is captured in a surreal atmosphere, even the threads majestically twisted in each other are colour changing to add a glimpse of dynamism and transitional state. It is not clear if it is a terrene surrounding or a more celestial one.
Ku most often translated as Void can also mean Sky, Heaven or Environment. In Japan, Ku has a particular importance as it is the highest of the elements. It represents those things within and beyond the everyday comprehension, particularly those things composed of pure energy before they manifest. It represents spirit, thought and creative energy, potential of power, it is also identified as the enlightened mind.
Ku is a symbol of spirituality, creativity, spontaneity and inventiveness.