ancient cloth fragment
Refers to a piece of old, often antique, fabric, typically used in textile arts, collecting, or historical contexts.
This ancient cloth fragment is said to be part of a kimono from the Edo period.
She collects ancient cloth fragments and makes small pouches.
古布 is a broader term for old cloth, while 古代裂 specifically refers to fragments of ancient or antique textiles, often with historical or artistic value.
Standard kanji spelling for this term.
Variant spelling with okurigana; less common than 古代裂.
Alternate kanji form using 切; rarely used.
Compound of 古代 (kodai, 'ancient') and 裂 (gire, 'piece of cloth, cut fabric'). The reading ぎれ is a rendaku form of きれ.