A Length of San'in Kasuri: Lush Botanical Pattern
late nineteenth century
56" x 13 1/2", 142 cm x 34 cm
What a fabulous length of indigo dyed kasuri cotton--and one that shows some surprises.
The cotton on this piece is hand spun and hand woven. This length was woven in San'in which produces a particularly beautiful pictorial kasuri weaving with a distinctive visual style. This length is a good representation of the kasuri weaving of San'in.
It shows omoto or a Rohdea japonica, an ornamental plant that produces flowers and berries. It is not often depicted on textiles and the elegant way it is depicted here is charming. Surrounding it small, curious butterflies.
It is not easy to communicate how rare it is to seen the omoto motif woven into cloth and to see it done in this wonderful way makes this length something of a treasure.
In good condition.
Recommended.
