[Miscellaneous goods, lap blankets/handkerchiefs] Limited stock, Meibutsu-ori, Double Peony Arabesque or Shosoin Nyoi-kamon, Made by Araiso, choose from 2 types

●Meibutsu-re is a type of fabric that is highly valued in the tea ceremony and passed down like a treasure, as a dyed and woven item to decorate meibutsu utensils.
●Double Peony Arabesque...The peony arabesque pattern was central to arabesque patterns from the Muromachi period through to the early modern period, and many excellent pieces have been handed down among famous textiles, showing how much the peony arabesque pattern was loved.
This Double Peony Arabesque is a beautiful piece with generous, flowing vines and an ancient style in the depiction of the flowers and leaves.
The traditional, famous peony arabesque pattern is depicted on a handkerchief in different colors.
●Shosoin Nyoi Flower Pattern...Shosoin is home to a Nyoi made from rhinoceros horn, a Buddhist implement used to ensure the dignity of monks.
The composition, with flowers and floral patterns arranged alternately within a rectangle divided by cloth decorated with the motif of this Nyoi, is an intricate piece that conveys the flavor of Tenpyo culture.

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Size: Heavy Peony Arabesque: approx. 48 x 48 cm
Shosoin Nyoi Kamon: approx. 53 x 53 cm
Sold by: Araiso