Taisho period Japanese textile / kimono design reference book (Yuzen dyeing pattern catalogue), published in April 1920 (Taisho 9). This book was formerly owned and used by Musashiya Gofukuten, a traditional kimono and textile dealer in Matsunoyama, Higashi-Kubiki District, Echigo Province (present-day Niigata, Japan). The book contains a collection of printed design plates intended for high-grade kimono and obi production. The motifs include: – birds, swallows and cranes – goldfish and aquatic plants – waves and flowing water – seasonal flowers and foliage – landscapes and night scenes – stylised Art-Deco influenced compositions These patterns were used as trade reference designs for ordering custom Yuzen-dyed garments from Kyoto textile workshops. The colophon states: – Taisho 9 (1920), April – “Reproduction not permitted” (復製不許) – Editors: Tanaka / Hatauchi – Printed and published in Kyoto – Publisher: Yamauchi Eijiro Shop stamp marks remain inside, indicating historical commercial trade usage. A valuable original primary source for: – collectors of Japanese textile and fashion history – Taisho modern & Art-Deco design – kimono pattern research – museum / academic textile study collections Contents – 18 colour plates – 22 monochrome plates Total: 40 design pages (complete) Dimensions – 36.8 × 25 cm – Thickness: 1.3 cm – Weight: 0.942 kg Condition Antique condition consistent with age and professional trade use. – cover worn and stained, frayed edges – spine partly reinforced / cloth loss in places – age toning and foxing to pages – some corner creases and handling marks – binding cords aged – shop stamps inside All plates are present. No missing pages. Please refer to the photos for details. Shipping Securely packed with cardboard reinforcement and waterproof wrapping. Shipping via Japan Post (Small Packet or EMS depending on destination). Please note that the shipping method (Japan Post Small Packet or EMS) will be decided after packaging, based on the final size and weight of the parcel. Both methods include tracking for international delivery. Estimated delivery times: • Japan Post Small Packet (Air): approx. 2–4 weeks depending on destination • EMS: approx. 5–10 business days depending on destination These time frames may vary due to customs procedures, local postal conditions, or seasonal congestion, which are beyond the seller’s control. All items are packed with great care to ensure safe delivery. Full tracking will be provided once the parcel is dispatched. Please understand that delays caused by customs inspections or local postal services cannot be the responsibility of the seller. Your kind understanding is greatly appreciated. Additional Information for Buyers • Import duties, VAT, or customs fees may apply according to your country’s regulations. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility and are not included in the auction price or shipping cost. • Catawiki collects VAT (where applicable) at checkout, which is separate from any customs-related fees that may be charged upon import. • In rare cases, customs inspections or extended transit times may cause delays. We thank you for your patience and understanding. Damage or Issues Upon Delivery If your item arrives damaged or if any issue arises, please contact us first before leaving negative feedback. We will respond sincerely and do our best to resolve the matter. In case of damage, please report it to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and contact both us and Catawiki Support as soon as possible so that we can assist you with the claim process.