vintage kimono robe / vintage silk kimono / Grey Heron RO silk Juban

1930s, early 40s RO Silk kimono depicting serene Herons on the water with wild grasses

vintage silk kimono robe
Juban kimono- a traditional shorter length kimono that was worn close to the body
perfect for modern wear

Juban is usually brightly colored and made of silk or cotton (the colors are meant for good luck and to ward off evil spirits)

so very comfortable
traditional wear

Good vintage condition considering age - tea stained in large swaths of the silk, otherwise excellent- last photos
this Juban has been carefully cleaned and stains have lightened considerably, does not detract from the overall beauty

this one best fits size Small or Medium

This particular Juban is made in a RO silk method
the herons and wild grasses are featured on a muted gray, cream background
with blue, peach and orange colors highlighting the herons

Ro fabric is loosely woven from very fine silk threads, creating sheer, airy, summer kimono. Horizontal and vertical lines are shown by the gaps in the weave, created by braiding pairs of threads over one central thread. Patterns and designs are resist dyed after weaving, typically using stencils

A beautiful piece
grey/blue-green sash included

bust - open fit up to 38 inches
Length--47 inches
sleeve depth- 17.5 inches
yuki length (from center of back to edge of kimono sleeve)-24 inches