This is a piece of Japanese vintage fabric called tsutsugaki (def:rice paste resist free-style drawn by hand, with tube). The piece was probably a futonji (mattress cover) top and is made from 4 panels, hand-sewn together; total measurements are: 59.5" X 57"; Panels are approximately 12.75" X 61.75. Made from late 1800's to early 1900's (Late Edo period to Meiji period);

Motifs: Butterflies, cranes,tortoises, pine, bamboo & plum blossom .

Colors: Dark indigo blue,whites and red.

CONDITION: EXCELLENT.

Recommended for collectors, Japanese textile historians and artists/decorators.