{"title":"soft wear","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique and vintage clothing for people who love textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"antique-japanese-hikeshi-banten-indigo-sashiko-firemans-coat","title":"Antique Japanese Hikeshi Banten Fireman’s Coat in Indigo Sashiko Cotton","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: Approximately 47 inches cuff to cuff, 22 inches across the body, and 35 inches long\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapan · Circa 1900, late Meiji period · Cotton\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDense rows of sashiko stitching cover the indigo cotton of this Japanese fireman’s coat, or hikeshi banten. A large faded brigade insignia and geometric resist-dyed design fill the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collar still carries its identifying markings, and the original ties are in place. Inside, the coat is mostly indigo, with the stitching fully visible and parts of the geometric pattern continuing along the inner front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe close rows of stitches run right through the cotton, and the resist-dyed pattern changes from the sleeves to the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechniques:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sashiko stitching and resist dyeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brigade insignia, collar markings, and geometric decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 lb 10.5 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s in good antique condition. The stitching, original ties, brigade markings, and resist-dyed decoration are well preserved. The indigo has varied fading, with some fraying along the outer edges, a spot in the upper-left triangular section of the back design, and a patch at the upper shoulder.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pieces Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55010009022830,"sku":"PFP-021","price":1100.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/3312\/8814\/files\/534d069d-il_fullxfull.8403073618_p433.jpg?v=1789303852"},{"product_id":"antique-japanese-firemans-coat-hikeshi-banten","title":"Antique Japanese Hikeshi Banten Fireman’s Coat in Indigo \u0026 Kakishibu","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCuff-to-cuff width: Approximately 45 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody width: Approximately 21.5 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength: Approximately 39 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapan · Meiji period, approximately 1880–1905 · Cotton\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Japanese fireman’s coat, or hikeshi banten, has two very different sides. The indigo face has striped sleeves, wide pale bands, and a large circular brigade insignia in faded red and cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn it over and the reverse is amber-brown kakishibu, traditionally dyed with persimmon tannin. Dense sashiko stitching runs through the cotton on both sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe circular insignia on the back includes 義 (gi\/yoshi), the kanji for righteousness, justice, duty, and honor. With the color and stitching changing so much from one face to the other, either side works well for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechniques:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sashiko stitching, indigo dye, and kakishibu persimmon dye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 pounds, 14.8 ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s in excellent antique condition. 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One side combines medium and dark indigo cotton with gray-blue sections, a dark collar, short sleeves, and visible hand-stitched seams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other side is much lighter. Dense sashiko stitching holds layers of faded cotton, with additional patches where the fabric has worn through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoragi is a general term for Japanese work clothing. This jacket is also boro, with repeated patching and mending from its working life. 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