Late 19th century jishiro katazome fragment depicting auspicious noshi

late nineteenth century
25" x 12 1/2"

This fragment shows a repeat pattern of stylized noshi or ribbons of dried abalone which are presented at auspicious moments as a symbol of good fortune. Jishiro is a term used in katazome or stencil resist dyeing that refers to a pattern which is shown as blue on white.