Antique Japanese "Kesa" Textile Pillow

$1,250

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: LET19754

  • Height: 15.5"
  • Width: 20"

  • Origin: Japan
  • Period: 19th Century
  • Location: Los Angeles