[1950s?]. First Edition. Softcover. Some samples creased or lightly soiled, most in Fine shape. Folio (12" x 16") sheets string-tied with numerous actual fabric samples loosely laid in. From early in the Showa Era (1926-1989), this appears to be from the Hasegawa Kimono company, apparently still in business, and contains samples for everyday wear. There are approximately 80 to 100 fabric samples on 35 pages included with a variety of styles and colors. Samples vary in size with the most common size being 3" x 14."

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Bookseller: Charles Agvent (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 021274
Title: KIMONO FABRIC DESIGN SAMPLE BOOK
Format/Binding: Softcover
Book Condition: Used - Some samples creased or lightly soiled, most in Fine shape
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: First Edition
Binding: Paperback
Date Published: [1950s?]
Keywords: Kimonos, Fabric Samples Book, Japan, Fashion,
Bookseller catalogs: Japan; Fashion;

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Charles Agvent

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