  
The obi, which was traditionally worn by Japanese women over their kimono, has recently been “re-discovered” as an exquisite decorative piece. Mostly used as table runners, obis can also be kept in frames, draped over furniture pieces and used to accentuate smaller objects around the house like nightstands, trunks and even mirrors. The obi’s significance is in its history; many of today’s most beautiful and ornate obis date back to the Meiji era (1868-1912) when weaving looms and chemical dyeing techniques came into prominence. The Golden Door has an extensive collection of hand-crafted obis.
Here is a selection for the serious collector.
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