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Noh Costume: Maiginu

Noh Costume: Maiginu
Outer jacket, with design of cherry sprays in silver scattered on a light blue leno weave silk ground
Edo period, 19th century
Gift of Ii Family

The maiginu is worn exclusively by female characters performing dance scenes. Cherry blossom motifs woven in silver tread on a vivid turquoise blue fabric convey freshness.

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