Antique Japanese 19th Century Textile - Tsutsugaki 52"x50" Abalone Furoshiki Cranes She holds a wisteria branch

She holds a wisteria branch that further adds to the floral motif of the kimono

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this chisel remains in very good condition

In woven silk kimono

this Tobakoban is perfectly proportioned for both functionality and aesthetics

Antique Japanese 19th Century Textile - Tsutsugaki 52"x50" Abalone Furoshiki Cranes She holds a wisteria branchTsutsugaki is a Japanese resist dyeing technique where rice paste is applied to fabric to create intricate designs that will resist dye. First, artisans mix rice flour and water to make a thick paste, which is placed in a cone like tube called a tsutsu. Using this tube, they carefully hand draw designs onto the fabric, often freehand, with skill and precision. Once the paste dries, the fabric is submerged in a vat of natural indigo dye. The areas