{"product_id":"the-guide-to-kimono-by-schiffer-publishing","title":"The Guide to Kimono by Schiffer Publishing","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFulfilled by our friends at Schiffer Publishing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn informative, introductory guide to identifying, dating, and pricing antique and vintage Japanese kimono \u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFinally, the kimono can be appreciated and understood by all. This concise, fully illustrated guide examines the ever-popular and iconic kimono—a form of traditional Japanese clothing that has existed for centuries and continues to be a part of Japan's rich cultural heritage. Aimed at kimono enthusiasts and collectors of all levels, this up-to-date resource  identifies and explains different\r\ntypes of antique and vintage kimono and kimono-related items, materials,\r\nconstruction, and motifs. Full-color images and easy-to-follow descriptions arm readers with the\r\nknowledge they need to determine age\r\nand value of kimono, as the guide demystifies and debunks myths\r\nand misconceptions about this mysterious and often-misunderstood\r\ngarment.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFeatures include\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• Japanese spellings and English transliterations for each clothing type;\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• a comprehensive glossary of helpful terms;\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• information on common, uncommon, and rare kimono motifs, from tigers and cherry blossoms to mountains, snowflakes, and swans;\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• close-up images of textiles showcasing different fabric materials and techniques; and\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• tips for documenting, photographing, and storing kimono.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nThis helpful guide is ideal for individuals who have found, inherited, or purchased a kimono and want to know more about it.[AuthorName]By Justine Sobocan[\/AuthorName][AuthorBio]\u003cstrong\u003eJustine Sobocan\u003c\/strong\u003e has a degree in anthropology from McMaster University. She has been collecting kimono since 2005 and has a collection of over 150 pieces, with the oldest dating back 200 years. She lives in Ontario, Canada. Visit https:\/\/missmyloko.tumblr.com\/.[\/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]80 color images[\/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][\/CoAuthor][SubTitle]A Handbook to Identifying, Dating, and Pricing Antique and Vintage Japanese Kimono[\/SubTitle][ColorPattern]80 color images[\/ColorPattern]","brand":"VYSN","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":42650502955102,"sku":"carro-15793320","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/6555\/6830\/files\/9780764365867.jpg?v=1776285763","url":"https:\/\/impossible-girls-2.myshopify.com\/products\/the-guide-to-kimono-by-schiffer-publishing","provider":"Impossible girl's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}