Threads in rich and lustrous muted shades give this maru obi an elaborate, sophisticated look.
Cranes and pine boughs, both traditional symbols of longevity, appear beside chrysanthemums and plum blossoms. Stylized waves push scrolls across the lavish garden scene.
As a maru obi, this sash bears its intricate motifs across the entirety of both sides. This design makes it ideal for interior decorating uses as well as for more formal occasions.
Item #
R14046
Country
Japan
Type
Maru Obi
Age
Taisho to early Showa(c.1915-1930)
Technique
Weave
Material
Cotton or other natural fibers
Condition
In very good condition apart from a minor smudge around the middle of the obi and a few very pale specks at the end of one side of the obi.