A Fancy Sashiko Stitched Zokin: Two Interesting Sides
mid twentieth century
12" x 12 1/2", 30.5 cm x 32 cm
A zokin is a traditional Japanese dust cloth or cleaning rag; it is usually made from old pieces of cloth and it is usually layered and stitched for durability.
Along with diapers, zokin are among the traditional household textiles that represent the end of the line where the repurposing or recycling of cloth is concerned.
This example of shows a marvelously sashiko stitched zokin which is a few layers thick; the unusual and bold sashiko design is of hexagons and squares, wonderfully executed all over the piece in bright, thick white cotton thread.
A treasure and a delight.