Antique Japanese Textiles

A large unframed Japanese textile art circa late early 20th century toward the end of the Meiji period.

This Japanese textile, measuring an impressive 409 x 69 cm, is a stunning example of intricate Japanese craftsmanship, likely intended as a decorative piece or for ceremonial purposes.

Title: Japanese Textile Patchwork Motif: Antique Lithograph, 1880s Description: This vibrant lithograph from the 1880s showcases an intricate patchwork of Japanese textile patterns,...

A Japanese woven cotton textile panel with white pattern on indigo background circa 1900-20s (end of Meiji to Tasho period).

A Japanese woven cotton textile panel with white pattern on indigo background circa 1900-20s (end of Meiji to Tasho period).

Known as Jinabori during 16th century when warfare was common in feudal Japan, the sleeveless jacket was created to be worn outside of the armor by samurai warriors. In addition to s...

Title: Japanese Textile Patterns in Rich Colors: Antique Lithograph, 1880s This remarkable lithograph from the 1880s features two vibrant examples of traditional Japanese textile pa...

Chinese & Japanese Textile Pattern Print – Antique Lithograph of Geometric Designs, c.1869 This striking chromolithograph features a richly arranged grid of Chinese and Japanese tex...

This is a rare example of a "Shima-cho", which is a Japanese kimono textile fabric swatch book dating from the late 19th century.

A beautiful and wonderfully designed/composed Japanese textile panel with embroidery floral natural landscape/flower decoration.

Fukusa is a traditional Japanese textile art used as a panel for presenting gifts at important occasions.

Fukusa is a traditional Japanese textile art used as a panel for presenting gifts at important occasions.   

Fukusa is a traditional Japanese textile art used as a wrap for presenting gifts at important occasions.

Fukusa is a traditional Japanese textile art used as a wrap for presenting gifts at important occasions.

Fukusa is a traditional Japanese textile art used as a wrap for presenting gifts at important occasions.

A beautiful Japanese textile art panel with an embroidered dragon on a swirling cloud background, nicely framed with a linen matt in an antique-finish silver wood frame with gilt trim.

An exceptional Japanese antique cotton textile panel dating from the late Edo (Bakumatsu) to the Meiji period (mid-to-late 19th century).

Fukusa is a traditional Japanese textile art used as a panel for presenting gifts at important occasions.

A large piece of framed Japanese textile circa late 19th to early 20th century, end of Meiji period.

This piece deeply reflects Japanese folk textile culture and the philosophy of beauty born from use, repair, and durability.

This work deeply reflects Japan's folk textile culture and the philosophy of beauty born from use, repair, and durability.

On offer is the last one of the set of seven framed Japanese textile art called Oshi-E circa Meiji Period (1868-1912).

On offer is a set of five Japanese textile art panels called Oshi-E circa Meiji Period (1868-1912).

Culturally significant, the robe is unique among Japanese textiles and tribal attires in general. This robe was acquired in Hokkaido, Japan, circa 1947 by the collectors and has bee...

Re-envisioning Japan Meiji Fine Art Textile, John E. Vollmer, page 42-44.

An exceptional and visually striking piece of Japanese textile art from the late Edo period (mid-19th century): an authentic, hand-loomed 藍染 (Aizome / Natural Indigo) Furoshiki (wrap...

Fukusa is a traditional Japanese textile art used to wrap and present gifts at important occasions.

The silk panel is not only a piece of Japanese textile art, it is also a great regalia of America history.

For a similar piece see threads of silk and gold: Ornamental Textiles from Meiji Japan by Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology University of Oxford.

This prompted a series of exhibitions which introduced the subject to the wider public in Europe, such as the Vienna Art Fair in 1873. When Japanese textiles arrived in Paris these m...

Japanese Antique Sakiori Weaving Textile, Japan, circa 1900–1930s Description A beautiful antique Japanese Sakiori textile, dating from the late Meiji to early Showa period, circa ...

Fukusa is a traditional Japanese textile art used to wrap and present gifts at important occasions.

This rare assemble will make a great addition to a Japanese textile collection.

A matted and framed Japanese silk panel with elaborate embroidery circa late Meiji to Taisho period (1910-30s). On a bright background, two roosters or cockerels with full plumages a...

BORO is a traditional Japanese textile practice born from necessity and respect for materials.

For similar landmark examples, see illustration on page 142-143: Threads of Silk and Gold Ornamental Textile from Meiji Japan. Ashmolean. Page 158-159 Re-envisioning Japan Meiji Fine...

Circa late 19th century of Meiji Period, Fukusa is a traditional Japanese textile art used to wrap and present gifts at important occasions.

Japanese Antique Red Striped Sakiori Textile with Patchwork Construction, circa 1900–1930s A beautiful antique Japanese Sakiori textile, dating from the late Meiji to early Showa pe...

Japanese Antique Distressed Sakiori Weaving Textile with Exposed Threads, circa 1900–1930s A remarkable antique Japanese Sakiori textile, dating approximately from the late Meiji to...

A visually stunning Japanese fukusa panel with an embroidered dragon on a swirling cloud background, nicely displayed on a scarlet felt matt in a carved black wood frame with an anti...

By fully harnessing the technical ability of the native Japanese textile artists, the composition of the typical Japanese scenery blended in strong visual perspective and dimension f...

A framed Japanese woven textile circa late 19th century of Meiji Period.

Japanese Antique Reversible Boro Patchwork Textile in Green and Red, circa 1910s–1930s A remarkable antique Japanese Boro patchwork textile, dating approximately from the Taisho to ...

For a tapestry of Kari Sonja, see "Threads of silk and gold ornamental textile from Meiji Japan Ashmolean", page 97. A tapestry of that depicts Badara Sonja see "Re-envisioning Japan...

A vibrant and rare example of early 20th-century Japanese textile art, this mid-length Haori jacket dates to the Taisho Period.

A nearly identical panel except the owner portrait was illustrated on page 80 of "Threads of Silk and Gold Ornamental Textiles from Meiji Japan" Ashmolean. It was sold in 1908 by the...

Re-envisioning Japan Meiji Fine Art Textile, John E. Vollmer, page 42-44.

For reference and examples of Tsutsugaki technique and garments, see Textile of Japan: The Thomas Murray Collection at the Minneapolis Institute of Art" (Prestell) page 224-250.

From the Japanese ‘boroboro’, meaning something tattered or repaired, ‘boro’ is the practice of reworking and repairing textiles (often clothes or bedding) through patching and stitc...

Its subtle gradation of tone and visible hand-woven texture evoke the quiet beauty of Japanese craftsmanship — where textile work was both functional and poetic.

A late 19th century Batik Sarong Indonesian Textile Measures: 3'7'' x 5'8'' Batik is a technique of wax-resist dyeing applied to the whole cloth. This technique originated from...

Title: Japanese Fan Motif Textile Design: Antique Lithograph, 1880s This elegant lithograph from the 1880s beautifully captures the refined artistry of Japanese textile design throu...

A Japanese needlework of an eagle, worked in gold, silver and grey silks on a dark ground with the large bird perched on a pine branch watching a sparrow flying past, inscribed on th...

An antique Japanese straw rain cape (“Mino”), traditionally worn by farmers and travelers as protection against rain and snow. Handwoven from natural straw fibers, this piece possess...

Japanese gold couched thread embroidered scene of two shellfish on a black silk kimono remnant. Mounted inside a gilt frame. Circa 1890-1900.

An antique Japanese straw rain cape (“Mino”), traditionally worn by farmers and travelers as protection against rain and snow. Handwoven from natural straw fibers, this piece possess...

Title: Japanese Floral and Butterfly Textile Pattern: Antique Lithograph, 1880s Description: This vibrant lithograph from the 1880s features a striking Japanese textile pattern that...

It is a Japanese indigo dyed antique cloth. It calls its name "fu-ro-shi-ki". Originally used in the dressing room of the public bath "furo" during the Edo period. The purpose is ...

Japanese kimono, richly decorated with polychrome embroideries with silk and metallic threading, bright red silk set, embroidered decoration and appliqué, motif of flowers and horses...

Japanese kimono, richly decorated with polychrome embroideries with silk and metallic threading, bright green silk set, embroidered decoration and appliqué, motif of flowers and birds.