These were formerly pieces to a kimono.  Dynamic is an understatement. Diamonds created with red, blue, gray and black and blends thereof; the look of light and shadow, and fine metallic threads adding shimmer and subtle iridescence. Thin, light, crisp and a bit sheer, with body and no drape. As far as how it was made, we have more questions than answers, but it's breathtaking. The back is a woven broken stripe, shiny black, but why? Is it pure silk and metallic, or a blend?  Is this silk some type of unique, complex jacquard?  How old is it?

There are a few tiny holes just a couple of notches we found, and overall it's in great condition. You are getting all of these:

13" x 43", 2 pieces.    13" x 49, 1 piece.    13" x 31", 2 pieces.   13" x 19", 3 pieces.  Plus a few other smaller or still-pieced pieces. There are some pieces missing from the original kimono, probably because they had stains or tears, etc.; you won't be able to make a full kimono from these. 

Unusual and exceptional.