Timeless Colors - A Kimono from The Tale of Genji
In The Tale of Genji, the world's oldest novel, Murasaki Shikibu wrote about the romances of court nobles in early 11th century Kyoto. This much loved work is still widely read today. In a five-year project, a university team recreated the kimono worn by one of the characters, the lady Akashi no Kimi. A traditional Kyoto dyer reproduced the subtly shaded colors that reflect a distinctive Japanese sense of beauty, using historically accurate natural dyes.
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AI GeneratedThe Tale of Genji, written by Murasaki Shikibu in 11th-century Kyoto, is considered the world's first novel. It depicts a court culture of romance and intrigue. A modern project led by Professor Sato Satoru aims to recreate the period's authentic kimonos, specifically focusing on the refined, subdued attire of the lady Akashi no Kimi to reflect her rank and character.