Antique Japanese "Kesa" Textile Pillow

$1,650

Antique Japanese "Kesa" Textile Pillow. The Japanese kesa is a garment rich in contradiction. Worn by austere Buddhist priests, these rectangular robes are constructed from some of the most sumptuous brocade silk fabrics woven by textile artists. Japan, 1850–1910.

Code: LET19791

  • Height: 14"
  • Width: 32"

  • Origin: Japan
  • Period: 19th Century
  • Location: New York