Shibori
Shibori is a general term which encompasses a wide range of shape-resist dyeing techniques including tie-and-dye, binding, stitching, pleating and clamping, etc. By using these techniques a fabric resists dye and creates surface patterns, some extremely intricate and innovative.
A Length of Shibori Dyed Cotton: Traditional Hemp Leaf Pattern
early to mid twentieth century26" x 13", 66 cm x 33 cm Th... (more)
A Length of Shibori Dyed Cotton: Horizontal Zigzags and Blips
early to mid twentieth century24" x 13 1/4", 61 cm x 33.5... (more)
A Generous Length of Shirakage Shibori: Hemp Leaf Pattern
early twentieth century96" x 12 3/4", 244 cm x 32.5 cm Th... (more)
A Length of Shibori Dyed Cotton: Curly Tatewaku
early to mid twentieth century45 3/4" x 12 3/4", 116 cm x... (more)
A Length of Miura Shibori: Stenciled Pattern Over
mid twentieth century70" x 13 1/2", 178 cm x 34 cm This i... (more)
A Meiji Era Tenugui: Rare and Interesting Shibori
late nineteenth, early twentieth century13 1/2" x 36", 34... (more)