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Early 20th Century kimono textile art "Flower of Life ~Bonds~" by ikasu Japan
$1,100
£831.10
€952.19
CA$1,534.86
A$1,672.92
CHF 884.46
MX$20,138.73
NOK 11,225.95
SEK 10,291.90
DKK 7,112.92
About the Item
[Story behind the work]
This artwork uses two pieces - front and reverse sides of same vintage obi (sash for kimono) fabric, united in a symbol of bonds and unity in Eastern culture - flower of life, it’s Japanese version called “Shippo-tsunagi”.
[Period]
The artwork uses obi from Showa era, around 1980ies.
[Meaning of patterns and colors]
In Japanese culture, the Shippo-tsunagi 七宝繋ぎ pattern - the endless chain of interlocking circles - symbolizes harmony, connection, and the infinite flow of life. Its name, meaning “linked treasures,” comes from Buddhist teachings, where the seven treasures represent spiritual richness and inner beauty rather than material wealth.
The continuous circles, overlapping without beginning or end, express the idea that all beings are connected - people, nature, and time itself - in a perfect, unbroken rhythm.
Traditionally, this motif has been used in kimono textiles, ceramics, and architecture to wish for peaceful relationships and lasting prosperity.
Within the Shippo-tsunagi lies a quiet reminder: beauty is found in connection, and perfection exists not in isolation, but in the elegant continuity of all things.
[About the Material]
The fabric is hand-woven with traditional Japanese technique.
- Creator:Kimono ikasu (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 1.19 in (3 cm)Diameter: 19.69 in (50 cm)
- Style:Japonisme (In the Style Of)
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- Place of Origin:
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- Date of Manufacture:2024
- Condition:All the works are made from real kimonos, antiques and vintages. For this reason, the fabric may have traces of long-term use and minor fabric damages. In case there are any scratches or stains, we always add a photo of the area on the item page.
- Seller Location:Setagaya City, JP
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10079248099692
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