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[Right kasuri tesashi (arm protector)]
Date1900-1960
Mediumcotton
DimensionsL: 11 in, W: 6.5 in
ClassificationsGeneral Collection
Credit LineGift of Barbara Kawakami
Object number2004.1.45A
Description1 kasuri arm protector (1 of 2) : cotton ; 11 x 6.5 in., tie 22.75 in. , Accompanied by 2004.1.45B.;Dark indigo blue kasuri tesashi (arm and hand protector) for right arm with turquoise square and line design secured with tie; quilted diamond pattern on the back of the hand. Tesashi covers the arm from the elbow to knuckle with 2 in. slit at wrist, exposing palm (7.5 in. to wrist). Secured with middle finger loop and single tie at wrist. Tesashi matches kyahan (leggings), 2004.1.46A and 46B.
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