Textile - 167 cm - 34.5 cm - Aizome Katazome
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Meiji period vintage indigo-dyed cotton textile from Japan, 167 cm long and 34.5 cm wide, featuring the katazome stencil-dyed Kikko Kiku ni Hana Karakusa design in blue and white; in good condition with minor wear such as surface marks, small pinholes along the seams, and slight fading.
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This is a fine example of vintage Japanese katazome (stencil resist-dyed) cotton textile, hand-crafted using the traditional katagami stencil-dyeing technique. The design, known as 'Kikko Kiku ni Hana Karakusa' (Tortoise-shell Lattice, Chrysanthemum and Flowering Vine Arabesque), combines several deeply auspicious Japanese motifs into a single harmonious composition.
The hexagonal kikko (tortoise-shell) lattice pattern is derived from the shell of the tortoise, an ancient symbol of longevity and good fortune. The chrysanthemum (kiku), long associated with long life and vitality, also conveys elegance and refinement. The flowering vine (hana karakusa), with its unbroken, ever-extending tendrils, represents vitality, prosperity, and the wish for good fortune to continue without end. Together, these motifs form a richly symbolic design expressing wishes for longevity, prosperity, and enduring happiness.
The fabric displays the deep, rich indigo tone and natural cotton texture characteristic of genuine vintage Japanese textiles, with a timeless, refined aesthetic that develops only with age. Its generous 167 cm length makes it ideal for a variety of decorative uses: as a luxurious upcycling material, framed textile wall art, a unique table runner for a large table, or as a prized piece for textile collectors.
Size
Height: 167 cm
Width: 34.5 cm
Condition
We acquired this as an item from the Meiji period, but the details are unknown.
The textile is in good vintage condition overall, retaining strong structural integrity and rich coloration befitting its age. Some natural wear consistent with age is present, including minor surface marks, small pinholes along the seam edges, and slight fading, all typical of an authentic antique textile.
Artist Profile
Artist unknown. This textile was produced by an anonymous craftsman using the traditional katazome stencil-dyeing method, a technique long practiced in Japan for creating detailed repeating patterns on cotton and other natural fibers using rice-paste resist and natural indigo dye.
NOTICE: Images displaying this artwork inside a room setting are virtually staged to show interior context. The artwork in the render is unedited. Please refer to the written dimensions and direct standalone photos for the definitive size, color, and physical condition of the piece.
NOTICE:
The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post or DHL.
It takes about 1-3 weeks to receive normally.
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.
This is a fine example of vintage Japanese katazome (stencil resist-dyed) cotton textile, hand-crafted using the traditional katagami stencil-dyeing technique. The design, known as 'Kikko Kiku ni Hana Karakusa' (Tortoise-shell Lattice, Chrysanthemum and Flowering Vine Arabesque), combines several deeply auspicious Japanese motifs into a single harmonious composition.
The hexagonal kikko (tortoise-shell) lattice pattern is derived from the shell of the tortoise, an ancient symbol of longevity and good fortune. The chrysanthemum (kiku), long associated with long life and vitality, also conveys elegance and refinement. The flowering vine (hana karakusa), with its unbroken, ever-extending tendrils, represents vitality, prosperity, and the wish for good fortune to continue without end. Together, these motifs form a richly symbolic design expressing wishes for longevity, prosperity, and enduring happiness.
The fabric displays the deep, rich indigo tone and natural cotton texture characteristic of genuine vintage Japanese textiles, with a timeless, refined aesthetic that develops only with age. Its generous 167 cm length makes it ideal for a variety of decorative uses: as a luxurious upcycling material, framed textile wall art, a unique table runner for a large table, or as a prized piece for textile collectors.
Size
Height: 167 cm
Width: 34.5 cm
Condition
We acquired this as an item from the Meiji period, but the details are unknown.
The textile is in good vintage condition overall, retaining strong structural integrity and rich coloration befitting its age. Some natural wear consistent with age is present, including minor surface marks, small pinholes along the seam edges, and slight fading, all typical of an authentic antique textile.
Artist Profile
Artist unknown. This textile was produced by an anonymous craftsman using the traditional katazome stencil-dyeing method, a technique long practiced in Japan for creating detailed repeating patterns on cotton and other natural fibers using rice-paste resist and natural indigo dye.
NOTICE: Images displaying this artwork inside a room setting are virtually staged to show interior context. The artwork in the render is unedited. Please refer to the written dimensions and direct standalone photos for the definitive size, color, and physical condition of the piece.
NOTICE:
The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post or DHL.
It takes about 1-3 weeks to receive normally.
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Aizome Katazome
Number of objects
1
Material
Cotton, Natural indigo dye (Aizome, Katazome stencil dyeing), Indigo Cotton Fabric
Country of origin
Japan
Style
Vintage
Length
167 cm
Colour
Blue, White
Width
34.5 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
Meiji period
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