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Apron: the finishing touch painting the eyes on the dragon
Dragon Artist Series Apron
The painter's gesture, woven into the cotton
95,00€
Sélectionné au Japon par Léonard
Plus que 2 en stock, expédié depuis la France
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Expédié sous 1 à 2 jours ouvrés
Retours sous 30 jours
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Product description
The maekake is one of the most discreet yet deeply rooted objects of daily Japanese life. Worn since the Edo period by artisans, merchants, and sake brewers, it protects the body by wrapping around the hips—a simple gesture, repeated thousands of times, that says something essential about the Japanese relationship with work.
This one is different. It features a dragon painted by Yasunori Kimata, an artist from Tajimi known for his vivid ink performances and large murals in Japanese temples. The design illustrates the expression garyō tensei, "dotting the eyes of the dragon"—the idea that it is the final, most precise gesture that brings the whole to life.
Woven on a century-old Toyota shuttle loom from 100% cotton. A piece to be worn while cooking, or hung as what it is: a work of art on fabric.
Care: The dragon is hand-painted on the fabric; hand-washing in cold water preserves the ink better than a machine cycle.
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About this object
The maekake is one of the most discreet yet deeply rooted objects of daily Japanese life. Worn since the Edo period by artisans, merchants, and sake brewers, it protects the body by wrapping around the hips—a simple gesture, repeated thousands of times, that says something essential about the Japanese relationship with work.
This one is different. It features a dragon painted by Yasunori Kimata, an artist from Tajimi known for his vivid ink performances and large murals in Japanese temples. The design illustrates the expression garyō tensei, "dotting the eyes of the dragon"—the idea that it is the final, most precise gesture that brings the whole to life.
Woven on a century-old Toyota shuttle loom from 100% cotton. A piece to be worn while cooking, or hung as what it is: a work of art on fabric.
Care: The dragon is hand-painted on the fabric; hand-washing in cold water preserves the ink better than a machine cycle.
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Features and care
Delivery and returns
Fast delivery
All our products are carefully stored in Paris and shipped within 1 to 2 business days.
Your order usually arrives within 48 hours in metropolitan France (Colissimo). Free shipping from €50.
No customs fees, no long wait: you enjoy Japanese quality with the speed of a local delivery.
30-day returns
You have 30 days from receipt to return an item. This period includes the 14-day legal withdrawal period.
For returns after 14 days, the item must be unused, unwashed, and in its original packaging. Return shipping costs are your responsibility, unless there is a defect or an error on our part.
Returns are to be arranged by email at leonard@dogou.fr.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who painted the design on this apron?
Yasunori Kimata, an artist from Tajimi known for his live ink performances and his murals in Japanese temples.
What does the garyō tensei motif mean?
The expression means “painting in the dragon's eyes”, referring to the idea of bringing a work to life with one last essential stroke.
How do I look after it?
Gentle wash, without hot water, bleach or fabric softener, washed separately as the colour may run; slight shrinkage is possible on the first wash.
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