A Traditional Dust Rag: Sashiko Stitched Zokin

mid twentieth century
11 1/4" x 11 1/2", 28.5 cm x 29 cm

A zokin is a traditional Japanese dust rag which is hand stitched using re-purporsed cloth.  Zokin were often made in groups, so very often you will find batches of similar types coming from one home.

This rustic or quickly stitched zokin is made from about three layers of cotton.  The cloth used to make this zokin is one of narrow, woven stripes, the cloth is stitched in broad strokes of thick white thread. The cloth base is folded and wrinkled.

It is a good looking old traditional dust rag which certainly can be used in the home as an accessory.