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Framed Japanese Embroidery Silk Panel Meiji Period

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A Japanese silk embroidery Fukusa panel presented in mat and glazed gilt wood frame circa 1890-1910s (end of Meiji Period). The blue silk panel features two large bundled sheathes of wheat, freshly harvested from the field. The embroidery work was entirely done in couched stitches with gold metallic threads. The sight measures approximately 29.25" x 25.125".
Fukusa panel was traditionally used as wrapping cloth for the gift presented on the important occasions such as weddings. They tend to be textile art form on their own and often showcase elaborate needlework or yuzen dye and painting. The images on the panel were relevant to the occasions. The design of the wheats bearing abundant seeds was likely intended for a wedding gift as symbols of fertility.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	silk wood frame
Condition:	Good. Textile in overall good condition with vivid color. Some natural wrinkling and folding line. A few loose threads as shown in detail photos.
Creation Date:	1890-1910s
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Asian/Oriental, Florals/Botanical
Incollect Reference #:	645100

Dimensions

W.	35.75 in;	H.	405 in;	D.	1 in;
W.	90.81 cm;	H.	1028.7 cm;	D.	2.54 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.