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Japanese Embroidery Tapestry Wall Hanging Unframed Meiji Period

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A large Japanese embroidery tapestry circa 1900s end of Meiji period. The lovely panel is of a fine linen/hemp in beige color with golden hue. The embroidery work depicts an elaborate pictorial composition of flocks of red-crown cranes in a bamboo grove. Mostly done in satin stitches and supplemented with chain stitch, the delicate needlework was finely executed. The cranes, twenty-two total but clustered in group, some in flight, some on the group, are all with distinct poses, set against the background of the tall cluster of bamboo. The color pallet on this panel is rather interesting with a nearly tone on tone effect: thin silk threads in various shades of brown, beige, rose gold, burnt orange were used for the large portion of the bamboo plants as well as the artful highlight of white crane features. The red crowns on the head of the crane were executed with chain stitch.
Symbolically speaking, red-crown crane was one of the most beloved birds in Japan. They are the symbol of longevity and fortune. Humble, unadorned and evergreen, bamboo symbolizes the strength and prosperity in Japanese culture.
The tapestry is unframed and unlined (allowing one to see the needle threads on the back). It will make a stunning piece when framed for display.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	linen, silk
Condition:	Good. Unlined and unframed. Patina expected from antique textile. Light wrinkles from folding. Water stains from the back causing slight color unevenness as shown, occasional losses of thread strands. Pin holes and frays on edges from previous hanging.
Creation Date:	1900s
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Animal/Insects, Asian/Oriental, Florals/Botanical, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	717076

Dimensions

W.	43 in;	H.	63 in;	D.	0.2 in;
W.	109.22 cm;	H.	160.02 cm;	D.	0.51 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.