Socks Cranes (Black) | Painted

This pair of socks is inspired by a pattern design of Japanese cranes, pictured on a 100-year old ‘furisode’ made by an anonymous craftsman.

A furisode is a precious Japanese kimono only worn by young, unmarried women. The word ‘kimono’ literally means ‘something to wear’, a slight hint that the most important feature is its pattern, taken from nature and bursting with symbolism. Throughout Asia, the crane bird is a symbol of happiness & eternal youth; it is seen as a mystical creature and is believed to live for a thousand years. Tragically the Japanese crane is in reality an endangered species, with a population to only an estimated 2750 in total. Mainly thanks to human building addiction, leaving no space to nest. 

Wear, it wash it, love it!

360 degree seamless digital print
75% bamboo, 22% recycled polyester (GRS certified), 3% elastane
wash inside out, no bleach, no tumbling
one size (sizerange 37-45)
giftbox with storytelling: 10x20x1,8cm 

Courtesy original painting: Rijksstudio