Boro Japan Art
Japanese Antique Rag "BORO" 1800s-1860s / Abstract Art Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese rag.
This cloth has been used since the Edo period (1800s-1860s) to
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Textiles
Materials
Linen
"BORO" / Japanese Old Cloth / Tapestry / Wall Decoration
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We have a unique Japanese sense of beauty.
We will also introduce unique items that only we can
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Linen
"BORO" / Japanese Old Cloth / Tapestry / Wall Decoration
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We have a unique Japanese sense of beauty.
We will also introduce unique items that only we can
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Textiles
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Cotton, Linen
Antique 'Boro' Blue Patched Textile, Japan, Late 19th Century
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Japan, Late 19th century
Patched textile ‘Boro’.
Measures: H 160 x W 117 cm.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Early 20th Century Boro Cloth Fragments, Japanese, C. 1900
Located in London, GB
A collection of late 19th/early 20th century indigo dyed ‘boro’ cloth fragments. Japanese, c. 1900
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Textiles
Materials
Fabric, Textile
Japanese Indigo Antique Boro Futon Cover or Wall Panel
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Rare perfect antique collection Japanese Indigo Boro Futon cover : also to use.
The rare antique
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Handcrafted Patched Textile "Boro" in Indigo Dye, Japan, 20th Century
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Japan, Vintage
Delicate handcrafted antique patched 'Boro' textile with detailed stitching.
Likely
Category
20th Century Japanese Textiles
Materials
Hemp
H 47.64 in W 46.86 in D 0.2 in
"Boro, " Mixed-media Kite, 2022
By Michael Thompson
Located in Chicago, IL
, drawings, and books collected during his travels.
This kite entitled "Boro" is patterned with Japanese
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Cotton, Muslin, Thread, Wood, Dye
"Boro" Kite by Michael Thompson
By Michael Thompson
Located in Chicago, IL
, drawings, and books collected during his travels.
This kite entitled "Boro" is patterned with Japanese
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Art
Materials
Muslin, Bamboo, Cotton
"Boroboro II, " Mixed-Media Kite, 2022
By Michael Thompson
Located in Chicago, IL
patchwork of Japanese cotton fabric scraps, including darkly saturated indigos, woven ikats, and simple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Muslin, Wood, Cotton, Thread, Dye
"Boroboro II" Mixed-Media Kite by Michael Thompson
By Michael Thompson
Located in Chicago, IL
patchwork of Japanese cotton fabric scraps, including darkly saturated indigos, woven ikats, and simple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Art
Materials
Cotton, Muslin, Bamboo
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Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
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Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
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Japanese Antique Rag "BORO" 1800s-1860s / Abstract Art Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
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suitable on panel
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Japanese Old Cloth / Tapestry / Indigo Boro Futon Cover/ Wall Decoration
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
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H 75.99 in W 38.98 in D 0.04 in
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B/2185
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Boro Japan Art For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of boro Japan art you’re looking for. Frequently made of fabric, cotton and bamboo, every item from our selection of boro Japan art was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. You’ll likely find more than one choice in our collection of boro Japan art that is appealing in its simplicity, but Michael Thompson Photographer produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Boro Japan Art?
Prices for a piece of boro Japan art start at $300 and top out at $7,880 with the average selling for $4,200.
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