ST-06 — Obijime

Source Textile — Cord (Kimono Accessory)

Obijime are braided silk cords used to secure and finish the obi. This entry documents a cord set under consideration for CLEVE studies and small objects. Photographic record will be added once the set is catalogued and measured.

Images pending. Add: full-length, knot reference, braid close-up, end detail, and any labels/tassels.

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Identification

ST Number

ST-06

Garment Type

Obijime (braided cord)

Primary Color Field

TBD

Secondary Colors

TBD

Construction

TBD (round / flat / mixed braid)

Length

TBD

Diameter

TBD

Ends

TBD (tassel / capped / cut)

Condition Overview

TBD

Estimated Period

TBD

Add measurement photo + weave/finish reference here.

Image slot: Full-length cord laid straight (front).

Visual analysis

Add close-up: braid structure (tightness, sheen, twist direction), color variegation, and any metallic thread.

Image slot: Braid close-up.

Describe objectively: braid type (round/flat), surface sheen, tonal transitions, and any patterning. Note whether the cord is uniform or graduated and how ends are finished.

No interpretation in this section.

Techniques

Likely silk braiding (kumihimo). Record: braid density, stiffness, compressibility, and whether a core is present. Note any metallic filaments or wrapped threads.

Add test note: bend radius and behavior under tension (relevant for bookbands and knot objects).

Add: end detail (tassel/cap), join/repair marks, and abrasion at touch points.

Image slot: End detail + finish.

Motifs & significance

Add: knot reference photo (how it sits on obi) if available.

Image slot: Knot reference / styling context.

Interpret only after documentation: intended formality, color symbolism (if seasonal or ceremonial), and how the cord’s presence changes the reading of an obi ensemble.

Dating

Provide dating logic once construction details are confirmed: braid style, finish type, palette, and wear patterns. (Example: Late Shōwa vs. Heisei trends in synthetic blend cords vs. silk kumihimo.)

Add: label / stamp / packaging evidence if present.

Image slot: Label / packaging / mark.

Condition

Add: abrasion points (center, ends), discoloration, fray, stiffness loss, and any odor/storage impact.

Image slot: Condition reference.

Note whether the cord can accept stitching, whether it crushes under pressure, and if a protective cap is required for cut ends.

Controlled tags

Color

tbd

Motif

solid tbd

Material / Technique

silk kumihimo cord

Period

tbd

Add one “secondary reference” photo here (braid or knot).

Image slot: Secondary reference.

Provenance

Source Textile: ST-06
Trace: cleve.st / ST-06

ID resolves via CLEVE archive lookup (optionally also map ST-6 → ST-06).

Add a supporting trace visual once photographed.

Image slot: Supporting trace image.