This is a beautiful and valuable komon (small-patterned kimono) featuring the exquisite "Nijizome" (rainbow dyeing) technique by dyeing artist Taeko Hongo. The fabric is delicately and subtly dyed with a gradation of colors, including rose, a hint of white, and a pale yellow like the reflection of light. The ground color, a subtle blend of hues reminiscent of overlapping rose petals or a sunset sky, evokes a gentle and fantastical beauty. The unique color palette and delicate "bokashi-zome" (gradation dyeing) technique are characteristic of "Nijizome," a dyeing method unique to Taeko, who was born in Kyoto and established her position as a dyeing artist after studying Japanese painting. "Nijizome," which creates a beautiful "nijimi" (bleeding) of colors and a rainbow-like gradation, is a testament to Taeko's unique aesthetic, which she established and is unmatched by others. Please enjoy this elegant and supremely refined piece by Taeko Hongo. The delicate and ephemeral use of color, which almost appears plain at first glance, is truly graceful and refined, making it a piece that is favored in various settings. Although it is a komon, its refined color scheme and subtle gradation pattern allow it to be paired with a high-quality obi (sash) and worn with the feel of a "ironashi" (single-color kimono). This is a high-quality and very elegant piece. This is a very beautiful item. This is a pre-owned item, but it has been stored without ever being worn, with the basting threads still intact, after being tailored. (Because it has passed through someone's hands, although it is unused, it is listed as "near new.") It is very clean and in excellent condition because it is unused. In addition, it is a very high-quality item, with superior tailoring and the luxurious use of silk. Please, by all means, make use of it. ※※ There was a customer who requested a return because of wrinkles. The kimonos we sell are pre-owned, so there are naturally storage wrinkles, some odor, and slight yellowing. Please be aware of this. Among them, we carefully select and offer items that are in good condition for wear, or those that have value that surpasses that. We strictly refuse to sell to those who do not understand pre-owned kimonos. We proudly offer items that are beautiful and valuable. Size Length from shoulder: 159cm Sleeve to sleeve length: 64cm Sleeve length: 49.5cm Sleeve width: 33.5cm Front width: 23cm Back width: 28.5cm