This hand-spun, hand-woven plain-weave cotton tsutsugaki panel features circular crests created using rice-paste resist, then dyed in indigo against the natural white textile. The crests, selected for their symbolic significance, may not necessarily relate to the family crests of the bride and groom. Comprised of four 12-inch wide strips stitched together, this panel shows some signs of wear, including fading, staining, and several patched holes, yet it remains in good condition.

Measuring 53 inches by 48 inches (135 cm x 122 cm), this piece resembles a similar one documented on page 76 of "Country Textiles of Japan: The Art of Tsutsugaki" by Reiko Brandon from 1986. The design, characterized by simple light blue and white colors with scattered crests, aligns with the style commonly found in tsutsugaki cottons from the Izumo area in Shimane Prefecture, as further detailed on pages 116-117 of the publication. Additionally, the hanging tabs at the top are newer additions.

This artwork is featured on pages 416-420 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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