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Japanese Old Indigo Dyed Striped Fabric / Tapestry / early 20th century / BORO
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This is an ancient Japanese indigo-dyed cloth produced between the end of the Meiji and Taisho periods. Three thin, evenly spaced yellowish lines create a regular rhythm on a deep indigo background. The vertical stripes are sophisticated even from a modern perspective, making it a rare design that combines tradition with a modern sensibility.
Indigo dyeing is a dyeing technique deeply rooted in Japanese life, and the resulting blue, also known as "Japan Blue," exudes a timeless allure. This piece was a fixture in the lives of ordinary people, and it is unclear whether it was used as a furoshiki wrapping cloth or folded and stuffed with cotton for a futon. However, holes were repaired with cloth, and the cloth bears the mark of careful use in daily life. In Japan, fully repaired cloth is called "boro," and in recent years it has received international acclaim as a crystallization of everyday wisdom and aesthetic sense. While this cloth has relatively few repairs and is not completely ripped, the contrast between the indigo and the stripes remains beautiful, giving it an exceptional presence as a tapestry.
Simply hang it on the wall and it will blend in with both traditional Japanese and modern interiors. The soft texture of natural materials and the aged look of the fabric will add depth and warmth to any space. It's attached to a bamboo pole with a safety pin, as shown in the display photo, so it's ready to hang on the wall. This item comes with a bamboo pole. If you don't need the pole, we can ship the fabric alone.
This is a rare antique textile that combines design and practicality. We're proud to present this exceptional piece, sourced from northern Kanto.
Size: Width 151cm (185.5cm including bamboo) x Length 173cm
Weight: 0.85kg (including bamboo)
Product Number: OB303
There may be small holes and repairs due to aging. Please understand that this is a characteristic of antique fabric.
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- Dimensions:Height: 68.12 in (173 cm)Width: 59.45 in (151 cm)Depth: 0.08 in (2 mm)
- Style:Taisho (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Cotton,Woven
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th century
- Condition:Repaired: Patchwork repairs by craftsmen of the time.
- Seller Location:Sammu-shi, JP
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5487246750182
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