Vintage Japanese Infant's Cotton Haori/Hifu Jacket (100+ Yrs) - Wabi-Sabi Gray with Purple Floral Kumihimo - Flat Textile Wall Art(b-43)

Rare 100-Year-Old Antique Infant's Ceremonial Outerwear (Sleeved Hifu Style)

Step into the deep history of Japanese folk textiles with this rare antique infant's ceremonial jacket. This garment is specifically designed to be worn over a kimono on the most important holidays and festivals. The characteristic line from the collar down the front strongly suggests it is a Hifu (a traditional ceremonial over-jacket), retaining its sleeves for added formality and warmth.

Dating back over 100 years (likely late 19th or early 20th century), this piece is entirely crafted from soft, durable cotton, reflecting the practical yet beautiful aesthetic of early Japanese life.

A Wabi-Sabi Aesthetic: The fabric boasts a beautifully aged gray color that speaks to its long history and use. This subtle, muted tone perfectly embodies the Japanese philosophy of Wabi-Sabi—finding beauty in imperfection, transience, and the patina of time.

Unique Kumihimo Accent: The closure along the front features a charming purple Kumihimo (braided cord). This exquisite detail, which may feature a small floral pattern, is the powerful accent against the gray ground. Kumihimo is highly symbolic, representing strong, enduring bonds and good fortune for the child. The purple color traditionally signifies nobility and high status.

Display & Size: Given its small size, this jacket is for an infant or young toddler. Its flat, unpadded construction makes it exceptionally easy to handle and display.

Display & Function:

• Ideal Wall Art: Being thin and flat, it makes a magnificent textile wall hanging that is easy to mount and frame, perfectly showcasing its distinctive ceremonial jacket silhouette.

• Historical Display: A perfect centerpiece for a collector's showcase of Japanese antiques or Wabi-Sabi decor.

• Authentic Folk Craft: Represents genuine Mingei (folk craft) quality and enduring simplicity.

Product Details

• Origin: Japan

• Material: 100% Cotton (Outerwear, Not Padded)

• Age: Over 100 years old, likely Late 19th - Early 20th Century

• Function: Ceremonial Outerwear (Hifu/Haori), Textile Art for Home Decor

• Dimensions (Infant/Toddler Size):

  • Length (Collar to Bottom Edge): 43cm (17in)

  • Width (Sleeve Edge to Edge Across Shoulders): 42cm (16.5in)

  • Width (Armpit to Armpit): 20cm (8in)

A rare find for collectors of: Antique Japanese Hifu, Vintage Cotton Fabric, Wabi-Sabi Textile, Primitive Folk Art, and Sleeved Ceremonial Jackets.

• Antique Japanese Hifu

• Infant Ceremonial Jacket

• Sleeved Hifu

• Vintage Cotton Fabric

• Wabi-Sabi Textile

• 100 Year Old Kimono

• Gray Purple Kumihimo

• Wall Hanging Art

• Primitive Folk Art