20th century japanese oriental hardwood kimono display stands

Kimono display stands. Offered for sale a pair of decorative 20th century japanese oriental hardwood kimono display stands. Width 140cm X height 159cm each feature a gold tassel and sit on support blocks. The humble beginnings of the kimono, the most iconic japanese article of apparel, extend back over a thousand years to the heian period. This traditional dress is still worn for important weddings, funerals, and tea ceremonies. Because the traditional kimono was an expensive item, often handed down the generations, people needed a kimono stand to keep the clothes in good condition. Today, the kimono stand is a decorative furniture item used to display kimonos or similar items or as a modern-style hanging rail. Dimensions (cm): Each item = 160h X 140w X 34d. Condition: Very good - showing patina and character from use.