Overview
A lush, maximalist example of Japanese boutique fashion, this piece features a dense 'Kacho-ga' (bird-and-flower) illustrative print on a textured natural fiber.
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Preliminary identification
Betelgeuse Botanical & Avian Print Shirt, c. 1990s
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Story
During the height of Japan's 'Bubble Economy' in the late 1980s, a counter-movement of 'Natural' and 'Mori' (forest) styles emerged in the boutiques of Harajuku and Aoyama.
Maker / Origin
Betelgeuse was a boutique label that thrived during the Japanese designer boom, often associated with the aesthetic orbit of Isao Kaneko and the 'Pink House' movement.
Condition & Value
The textile appears well-preserved with vibrant pigment retention, which is essential for botanical prints. Value is driven by the 'cult' status of vintage Japanese boutique labels and the specific desirability of bird motifs, which are more collectible than standard florals.
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