This silk uchishiki, designed for a Buddhist altar, showcases embroidered Buddhist cloud motifs and two family crests—Paulownia and 'kiku' (chrysanthemum)—elaborately couched with metallic gold embroidery. The back lining is made of ramie. Despite light staining/discoloration (visible in the images), it remains in good condition. Its measurements are 37 inches along the base and 20 inches along each of the two shorter sides. The handcrafted embroidery work is delicate and stunning, with exquisite silk on the right side and a soft, smooth touch. The back side features asa (ramie) textile.

This artwork is featured on pages 46-47 of Ceremonial Textiles of Japan, 18th to 20th Centuries. This book, published by Yorke Antique Textiles, can be previewed or purchased on our website here.

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