Origami Kimono on Red Background

Anacostia Community Museum
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Object Details

Artist
Ira Blount
Caption
A bright red paper background highlights the red and mauve designs in this origami kimono. The white, pink, purple, and beige patterned garment features gold metallic embellishments along with cherry blossoms and brown twigs. The continuity of the twig that curves from the top left of the waist down to the center of the skirt’s bottom, evidencing the artist’s skillful ability to manipulate the paper’s patterns and folds to create a compelling design.
After moving to Washington, DC following World War II, Ira Blount mastered dozens of artisanal crafts. His love for crafting, learning, and community engagement would endure over the course of his long life and career.
Cite As
Gift of Ira Blount
2007
Accession Number
2011.0004.0097
Restrictions & Rights
CC0
Type
origami
Medium
origami paper, cardstock
Dimensions
4 15/16 × 3 9/16 in. (12.5 × 9 cm)
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Record ID
acm_2011.0004.0097
Metadata Usage (text)
CC0
GUID (Link to Original Record)
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/dl8e340b890-0aa5-4164-9424-7962dd5f9e17
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