Kesa
Unknown
Early 19th century, Late Edo period (1789–1868)
Medium
Silk; satin weave with supplementary patterning wefts; silk cords and tassels; ivory ring
Dimensions
134 × 340.6 cm (55 1/2 × 134 in.)
Classification
textile
Department
Textiles
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
1711
About the Artist
Unknown
The artist designated as "Unknown" in our virtual museum's collection exemplifies a poignant chapter in art history: creators whose identities have faded into obscurity despite the enduring power of their work. With only one known artwork attributed to them in our holdings, this figure represents countless anonymous hands that shaped visual culture across centuries. Museums worldwide, including th...