A Length of Shibori Dyed Cotton: Oversized Interlocking Circles

early to mid twentieth century
26" x 12 3/4", 66 cm x 32.5 cm

This is a length of indigo dyed cotton shibori that was produced in Arimatsu, one of the towns in Aichi prefecture that was a leading producer and innovator in the production of shibori. 

The pattern shows a design of the traditional design of interlocking circles called shippo tsunagi but done oversized so the pattern seems like an abstract design rather than a traditional one.

The shibori is dyed onto a length of commercially loomed, fairly lightweight cotton and is in good, used condition. 

Wonderful to look at!