{"product_id":"kobachi-coral-collection-ii","title":"Kobachi ~Coral Collection~ II","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 23, 23);\"\u003eOne-of-a-kind Japanese textile art made from \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003evintage kimono fabrics. Sustainable artwork for modern interiors, collectors, boutique hotels, and lovers of Japanese aesthetics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e63 x 85 x 5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterials\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eantique silk, antique paulownia wood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdition \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eOne-of-a-kind\u003cstrong data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"159\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"159\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"159\"\u003eStory behind the work\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"293\"\u003eThis artwork explores warmth, light, and quiet harmony through a composition of vintage kimono textiles unified in coral-toned hues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"648\"\u003eArranged within a structured, grid-like format, the piece brings together multiple fragments - each with its own pattern and texture - into a balanced visual rhythm. Rather than creating contrast, the composition focuses on subtle transitions: from soft peach and blush tones to deeper coral shades, evoking the gentle shift of light across a landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"892\"\u003eThe patterns appear and recede depending on the angle of light - waves, geometric forms, and delicate woven textures emerging gradually. This creates a layered experience where the artwork feels both calm and alive, changing softly over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003eThe overall impression is one of warmth and quiet radiance - like the glow of early morning light or the fading hues of sunset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003ePeriod \/ Story\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eVintage silk kimono textiles, primarily late Showa period (around 1960–80s), carefully selected for their tonal harmony and combined into a single contemporary composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eMeaning of colors and patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003eThe coral palette sits between red, orange, and pink - a space associated with warmth, vitality, and softness. In Japanese aesthetics, such tones often evoke moments of transition: sunrise, sunset, and the changing of seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003eThe repeating wave motif (\u003cem data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003eseigaiha\u003c\/em\u003e) symbolizes continuity, calmness, and the enduring flow of life. Its rhythmic arcs introduce a sense of stability within the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003eOther sections feature subtle 地紋 (\u003cem data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003ejimon\u003c\/em\u003e) patterns - woven designs that reveal themselves only under shifting light - reflecting the idea that beauty is often quiet and discovered gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003eTogether, these elements create a harmonious balance between energy and calm, making the artwork both uplifting and grounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003eCharacteristics of the fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003eThe artwork is created from high-quality vintage silk kimono fabrics, valued for their refined weaving techniques and luminous surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2387\"\u003eMany of the textiles include 地紋 (\u003cem data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003ejimon\u003c\/em\u003e), a traditional woven pattern integrated directly into the fabric. Unlike printed designs, these patterns remain understated, becoming visible only as light interacts with the silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2526\"\u003eThe natural sheen of silk enhances the coral tones, allowing them to shift subtly throughout the day and adding depth to the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2648\"\u003eThis quiet material richness reflects a key principle of Japanese aesthetics - beauty through nuance rather than excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2648\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2674\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2674\"\u003eCollectors Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"2750\"\u003eThis piece represents a softer, more atmospheric direction within \u003cem data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2749\"\u003eikasu\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2752\" data-end=\"2933\"\u003eIts strength lies in tonal harmony and versatility - it integrates effortlessly into a wide range of interiors while still carrying the depth of antique materials and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2935\" data-end=\"3123\"\u003eBecause it is composed of multiple vintage textiles, each element is irreplaceable. Once the original fabrics are gone, the work cannot be recreated, making it a truly one-of-a-kind piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3125\" data-end=\"3227\"\u003eFor collectors, it offers both visual warmth and a meaningful connection to Japanese textile heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3125\" data-end=\"3227\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3234\" data-end=\"3253\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3234\" data-end=\"3253\"\u003eAbout the frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3255\" data-end=\"3364\"\u003eThe frame is made from antique \u003cem data-start=\"3286\" data-end=\"3297\"\u003ekiritansu\u003c\/em\u003e (桐箪笥) - traditional paulownia wood chests used for storing kimono.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3366\" data-end=\"3651\"\u003eBy repurposing this material, the artwork maintains a continuous narrative: textiles once stored within the chest are now presented within it, reimagined. The kiri wood brings warmth, lightness, and historical depth, reinforcing the connection to Japanese craftsmanship and daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3366\" data-end=\"3651\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3658\" data-end=\"3679\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3658\" data-end=\"3679\"\u003eDecoration Advice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3681\" data-end=\"3793\"\u003eWith its warm coral palette, this artwork is highly versatile and easy to integrate into contemporary interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3795\" data-end=\"4009\"\u003eIt works beautifully in living rooms, bedrooms, and hospitality spaces where a sense of warmth and softness is desired. It pairs particularly well with neutral tones, natural wood, and light textiles such as linen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4011\" data-end=\"4133\"\u003eThe structured composition adds clarity, while the gentle color transitions keep the overall feeling relaxed and inviting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4135\" data-end=\"4246\"\u003eNatural light enhances the subtle patterns and tonal shifts, allowing the artwork to evolve throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4135\" data-end=\"4246\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4253\" data-end=\"4267\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4253\" data-end=\"4267\"\u003ePrecaution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4269\" data-end=\"4477\"\u003eAll artworks are made from authentic vintage and antique kimono textiles. Due to their age, minor signs of wear or variation may be present. These details are part of the textile’s authenticity and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4479\" data-end=\"4557\"\u003eAny noticeable features are documented in the artwork images where applicable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ikasu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51912207925560,"sku":null,"price":31598.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/0509\/5480\/files\/1058.jpg?v=1774317515","url":"https:\/\/www.kimono-ikasu.com\/ja-se\/products\/kobachi-coral-collection-ii","provider":"ikasu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}