Sumibōshi
1800–1850
- Medium
- silksatin weave; metal thread weft
- Dimensions
- Average: 257.2 x 67.3 cm (101 1/4 x 26 1/2 in.)
- Genre
- garment
- Museum
- Cleveland Museum of Art
Styles
Tags
Japan, Edo period (1615–1868)
About
Sumibōshi literally means "hat with corners" in Japanese, and refers to the square shape made when this textile hat is tied on the head. Actors playing the roles of religious figures in Nō theater often wear this kind of cap. It derives from Buddhist vestments.