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Japanese Antique Boro Textile 1900s-1940s / Abstract Art Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Boro Textile 1900s-1940s / Abstract Art Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Boro Textile 1900s-1940s / Abstract Art Wabi Sabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Whether hung on a wall or laid out, this antique fabric adds depth to any space simply by its presence. --- This is a traditional Japanese textile called "boro," made by layering a...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Textiles

Materials

Fabric

Japanese Antique Boro Textile 1900s-1940s / Abstract Art Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Boro Textile 1900s-1940s / Abstract Art Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Boro Textile 1900s-1940s / Abstract Art Wabi Sabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

We hope you can appreciate the unique texture of well-worn fabric and the traces of the countless handiwork of countless people. --- This is a traditional Japanese textile called "...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Textiles

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Fabric

19th Century Japanese Boro Covered Basket
19th Century Japanese Boro Covered Basket

19th Century Japanese Boro Covered Basket

Located in Chicago, IL

Covered in a mosaic of indigo cotton Boro textile fragments, the basket showcases the Japanese tradition of Boro—patching and mending fabric to extend its life.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Rustic Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Cotton, Bamboo

"BORO" Japanese Antique Indigo cotton&ramie Patchwork / 19th century Wabi-Sabi
"BORO" Japanese Antique Indigo cotton&ramie Patchwork / 19th century Wabi-Sabi

"BORO" Japanese Antique Indigo cotton&ramie Patchwork / 19th century Wabi-Sabi

Located in 足利市, JP

Condition Note: Retains a slight antique scent typical of historical textiles. Features natural wear, abrasions, and patches essential to true Boro.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Hemp, Natural Fiber

"BORO" Japanese Antique Indigo dyed ramie Patchwork 19`c/ Sashiko Rag Wabi-Sabi
"BORO" Japanese Antique Indigo dyed ramie Patchwork 19`c/ Sashiko Rag Wabi-Sabi

"BORO" Japanese Antique Indigo dyed ramie Patchwork 19`c/ Sashiko Rag Wabi-Sabi

Located in 足利市, JP

This remarkable piece is a beautiful example of antique Japanese Boro (boro-boro) or Futonji (futon cover textile), heavily featuring traditional indigo-dyed stripe patterns (Shima-m...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Hemp, Natural Fiber

Japanese Antique Reversible Boro Patchwork Textile in Green and Red
Japanese Antique Reversible Boro Patchwork Textile in Green and Red

Japanese Antique Reversible Boro Patchwork Textile in Green and Red

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

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 ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Textiles

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Fabric

Japanese Indigo Boro Futon Cover, Antique Textile Wall Panel, 1930
Japanese Indigo Boro Futon Cover, Antique Textile Wall Panel, 1930

Japanese Indigo Boro Futon Cover, Antique Textile Wall Panel, 1930

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Rare perfect antique collection Japanese Indigo Boro Futon cover : also to use. The rare antique boros are now valued as pieces of art, therefore they are suitable for wall decoratio...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Textiles

Materials

Cotton

1930s Japanese Pre-War Military Boro Patchwork Blanket・Vintage Textile Wall Art
1930s Japanese Pre-War Military Boro Patchwork Blanket・Vintage Textile Wall Art

1930s Japanese Pre-War Military Boro Patchwork Blanket・Vintage Textile Wall Art

Located in 足利市, JP

A raw, powerful, and historically significant example of Japanese industrial textile art: an authentic Pre-WWII Pre-War Japanese Military / Civilian Canvas Boro Patchwork Blanket, da...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Kantha Handwoven Naturally-dyed Indigo Yellow Green Merino Wool Cushion Pillow
Kantha Handwoven Naturally-dyed Indigo Yellow Green Merino Wool Cushion Pillow

Kantha Handwoven Naturally-dyed Indigo Yellow Green Merino Wool Cushion Pillow

By Pamela Print

Located in Chelmsford, GB

Handwoven on a dobby loom in Pamela's studio using soft merino lambswool and traditional extra weft and inlay weaving techniques, creating an illusory 'embroidered effect, the collec...

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2010s British Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Boro Cloth Fragments, Japanese, C. 1900
Early 20th Century Boro Cloth Fragments, Japanese, C. 1900

Early 20th Century Boro Cloth Fragments, Japanese, C. 1900

Located in London, GB

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...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Fabric, Textile

Vintage Japanese Boro Cloth Pillow
Vintage Japanese Boro Cloth Pillow

Vintage Japanese Boro Cloth Pillow

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Vintage Japanes Boro cloth pillow. Size 16 x 20 Back side is a black washed linen Zipper closure Down insert is included.

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20th Century Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Down

F31 Japanese Antiques, Boro Indigo Haori / Wall Art Wabi Sabi
F31 Japanese Antiques, Boro Indigo Haori / Wall Art Wabi Sabi

F31 Japanese Antiques, Boro Indigo Haori / Wall Art Wabi Sabi

Located in Niiza, JP

The rich blue tones are not simply a color, but a record of time, patience, and human hands. BORO is a traditional Japanese textile practice born from necessity and respect for mate...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Cotton

"SASHIKO" Japanese Vintage Quilt・Rag・Tapestry・Blanket / 1950s Wabi-Sabi BORO
"SASHIKO" Japanese Vintage Quilt・Rag・Tapestry・Blanket / 1950s Wabi-Sabi BORO

"SASHIKO" Japanese Vintage Quilt・Rag・Tapestry・Blanket / 1950s Wabi-Sabi BORO

Located in 足利市, JP

A beautifully preserved, highly graphic example of mid-century Japanese textile art: an authentic 刺し子 (Sashiko) Hand-Stitched Multi-Purpose Cover / Quilt, dating to the Showa 30s per...

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Mid-20th Century Showa Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Boro1 Japanese Antiques Primitive Art BORO Indigo-dyed Old Cloth patchwork
Boro1 Japanese Antiques Primitive Art BORO Indigo-dyed Old Cloth patchwork

Boro1 Japanese Antiques Primitive Art BORO Indigo-dyed Old Cloth patchwork

Located in Niiza, JP

Material: cotton Width 1550 x Height 1500 x Depth 10 mm (about) weight 2 kg estimate Packaging (It will be rolled or folded and shipped in bubble wrap and cardboard.) 45 cm x 45 cm ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Boro3 Japanese Antiques Primitive Art BORO Indigo-dyed Old Cloth patchwork
Boro3 Japanese Antiques Primitive Art BORO Indigo-dyed Old Cloth patchwork

Boro3 Japanese Antiques Primitive Art BORO Indigo-dyed Old Cloth patchwork

Located in Niiza, JP

Material: cotton Width 1700 x Height 1000 x Depth 5 mm (about) weight 600g estimate Packaging (It will be rolled or folded and shipped in bubble wrap and cardboard.) 30 cm x 50 cm x ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Textiles

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Cotton

19th C. Edo Period Shonai Sashiko Boro Donza Workwear Jacket / wabisabi kimono
19th C. Edo Period Shonai Sashiko Boro Donza Workwear Jacket / wabisabi kimono

19th C. Edo Period Shonai Sashiko Boro Donza Workwear Jacket / wabisabi kimono

Located in 足利市, JP

With its rich indigo fading and expressive tactile relief, this exceptional piece transcends utilitarian folk wear, standing as a museum-grade masterpiece of Japanese textile art, Mi...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Boro0 Japanese Antiques Primitive Art BORO Indigo-dyed patchwork Old Cloth
Boro0 Japanese Antiques Primitive Art BORO Indigo-dyed patchwork Old Cloth

Boro0 Japanese Antiques Primitive Art BORO Indigo-dyed patchwork Old Cloth

Located in Niiza, JP

Material: cotton Width 1550 x Height 1700 x Depth 10 mm (about) weight 5 kg estimate Packaging (It will be rolled or folded and shipped in bubble wrap and cardboard.) 50cm x 50cm x...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Boro 10 Wool Silk and Nettle Rug in Neutral Tones by Jan Kath
Boro 10 Wool Silk and Nettle Rug in Neutral Tones by Jan Kath

Boro 10 Wool Silk and Nettle Rug in Neutral Tones by Jan Kath

Located in Milan, IT

By modulating carefully a wide palette of neutral tones of wool, silk and nettle fibres, he manages to recreate the effect of antique Japanese Boro textiles, which owe much of their ...

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2010s Nepalese Japonisme Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Boro Handloom Light Throw in Soft Merino Twill Weave Serene Calming Blue
Boro Handloom Light Throw in Soft Merino Twill Weave Serene Calming Blue

Boro Handloom Light Throw in Soft Merino Twill Weave Serene Calming Blue

By Studio Variously

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

Custom design by Studio Variously, Boro Throw is handwoven ethically by master weavers in Nepal and dyed entirely with earth friendly dyes in soft 100% merino yarn.

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2010s Nepalese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Yarn

Handwoven Natural Indigo DIP Dyed Honeycomb 3D Fringed Artwork
Handwoven Natural Indigo DIP Dyed Honeycomb 3D Fringed Artwork

Handwoven Natural Indigo DIP Dyed Honeycomb 3D Fringed Artwork

By Pamela Print

Located in Chelmsford, GB

A unique one-off artwork drawing inspiration from the ethos and aesthetic of Indian Kantha & Japanese Boro textiles. One of a kind. A bespoke option is available in colours / size ...

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2010s British Art Deco Tapestries

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Wool

Handwoven  Ikat Natural Indigo & Plant Dyed Fringed Artwork
Handwoven  Ikat Natural Indigo & Plant Dyed Fringed Artwork

Handwoven Ikat Natural Indigo & Plant Dyed Fringed Artwork

By Pamela Print

Located in Chelmsford, GB

Handwoven on a dobby loom in Pamela's studio using a complex double cloth weaving technique and a combination of weave structures, this unique framed artwork draws inspiration from t...

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2010s British Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Paper

Handwoven  Ikat Natural Indigo & Plant Dyed Block Framed Artwork
Handwoven  Ikat Natural Indigo & Plant Dyed Block Framed Artwork

Handwoven Ikat Natural Indigo & Plant Dyed Block Framed Artwork

By Pamela Print

Located in Chelmsford, GB

Handwoven on a dobby loom in Pamela's studio using a complex double cloth weaving technique and a combination of weave structures, this unique framed artwork draws inspiration from t...

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2010s British Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Japanese Antique "BORO" Edo period 1800s-1860s / Rag Abstract Art Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique "BORO" Edo period 1800s-1860s / Rag Abstract Art Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique "BORO" Edo period 1800s-1860s / Rag Abstract Art Wabi-Sabi

By Axel Vervoordt

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an old Japanese BORO textile, dating back to the Edo period (1800s–1860s).

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Tapestries

Materials

Fabric

Handwoven, Plant-dyed Framed Fine Tapestry Artwork - Greens Colour Study
Handwoven, Plant-dyed Framed Fine Tapestry Artwork - Greens Colour Study

Handwoven, Plant-dyed Framed Fine Tapestry Artwork - Greens Colour Study

By Pamela Print

Located in Chelmsford, GB

Handwoven on a dobby loom in Pamela's studio using a complex double cloth weaving technique and a combination of weave structures, including a 3D honeycomb, this unique framed artwor...

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2010s British Bauhaus Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Fustic III - Handwoven Natural Indigo, Green, Teal, Amber Yellow Framed Artwork
Fustic III - Handwoven Natural Indigo, Green, Teal, Amber Yellow Framed Artwork

Fustic III - Handwoven Natural Indigo, Green, Teal, Amber Yellow Framed Artwork

By Pamela Print

Located in Chelmsford, GB

Handwoven on a dobby loom in Pamela's studio using a complex double cloth weaving technique and a combination of weave structures, this unique framed artwork draws inspiration from t...

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2010s British Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Fustic II - Handwoven Natural Indigo, Green, Amber yellow, Blue Framed Artwork
Fustic II - Handwoven Natural Indigo, Green, Amber yellow, Blue Framed Artwork

Fustic II - Handwoven Natural Indigo, Green, Amber yellow, Blue Framed Artwork

By Pamela Print

Located in Chelmsford, GB

Handwoven on a dobby loom in Pamela's studio using a complex double cloth weaving technique and a combination of weave structures, this unique framed artwork draws inspiration from t...

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2010s British Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Fustic I - Handwoven Natural Indigo, Green, Teal, Lilac Framed Artwork
Fustic I - Handwoven Natural Indigo, Green, Teal, Lilac Framed Artwork

Fustic I - Handwoven Natural Indigo, Green, Teal, Lilac Framed Artwork

By Pamela Print

Located in Chelmsford, GB

Handwoven on a dobby loom in Pamela's studio using a complex double cloth weaving technique and a combination of weave structures, this unique framed artwork draws inspiration from t...

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2010s British Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Linen, Silk

Handwoven Mid Century Bauhaus Ikat Natural Indigo & Plant Dyed Fringed Artwork
Handwoven Mid Century Bauhaus Ikat Natural Indigo & Plant Dyed Fringed Artwork

Handwoven Mid Century Bauhaus Ikat Natural Indigo & Plant Dyed Fringed Artwork

By Pamela Print

Located in Chelmsford, GB

Handwoven on a dobby loom in Pamela's studio using a complex double cloth weaving technique and a combination of weave structures, this unique framed artwork draws inspiration from t...

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2010s British Bauhaus Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Handwoven, Plant-dyed Framed Fine Tapestry Artwork - Yellows Colour Study
Handwoven, Plant-dyed Framed Fine Tapestry Artwork - Yellows Colour Study

Handwoven, Plant-dyed Framed Fine Tapestry Artwork - Yellows Colour Study

By Pamela Print

Located in Chelmsford, GB

Handwoven on a dobby loom in Pamela's studio using a complex double cloth weaving technique and a combination of weave structures, including a 3D honeycomb, this unique framed artwor...

Category

2010s British Bauhaus Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Handwoven, Plant-dyed Framed Fine Tapestry Artwork - Teals Colour Study
Handwoven, Plant-dyed Framed Fine Tapestry Artwork - Teals Colour Study

Handwoven, Plant-dyed Framed Fine Tapestry Artwork - Teals Colour Study

By Pamela Print

Located in Chelmsford, GB

Handwoven on a dobby loom in Pamela's studio using a complex double cloth weaving technique and a combination of weave structures, including a 3D honeycomb, this unique framed artwor...

Category

2010s British Bauhaus Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Recent Sales

Custom Pillow Cut from an Antique Japanese Cotton Indigo Boro Textile
Custom Pillow Cut from an Antique Japanese Cotton Indigo Boro Textile

Custom Pillow Cut from an Antique Japanese Cotton Indigo Boro Textile

Located in Glen Ellyn, IL

In some places there are up to six layers of fabric to patch the holes, all held together with sashiko stitching. All textiles have been washed. Made for utilitarian purposes, the bo...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Pillows and Throws

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Cotton

Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900
Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900

Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900

Unavailable

H 61.42 in W 37.01 in D 1.58 in

Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900

Located in London, GB

Patched indigo cotton textile with stitching in homespun natural fibre, on a stretcher covered in indigo cotton, circa 1850-1900 Dimensions: 94 x 156 cm (can be hung portrait or lan...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Textiles

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Cotton

Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900
Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900

Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900

Unavailable

H 66.93 in W 53.15 in D 1.58 in

Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900

Located in London, GB

Patched indigo cotton textile with stitching in homespun natural fibre, on a stretcher covered in indigo cotton, circa 1850-1900 Dimensions: 170 x 136 cm (can be hung anyway up) ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900
Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900

Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900

Unavailable

H 59.85 in W 41.34 in D 1.58 in

Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900

Located in London, GB

Patched indigo cotton textile with stitching in homespun natural fibre, on a stretcher covered in indigo cotton, circa 1850-1900 Dimensions: 152 x 105 cm (can be hung anyway up) ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900
Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900

Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900

Unavailable

H 68.31 in W 45.08 in D 1.58 in

Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900

Located in London, GB

Patched indigo cotton textile with stitching in homespun natural fibre, on a stretcher covered in indigo cotton, circa 1850-1900 Dimensions: 173.5 x 114.5 cm (can be hung anyway up)...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900
Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900

Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900

Unavailable

H 64.57 in W 64.57 in D 1.58 in

Patched Indigo, Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1850-1900

Located in London, GB

Patched indigo cotton textile with stitching in homespun natural fibre, on a stretcher covered in indigo cotton, circa 1850-1900 Dimensions: 164 x 164 cm (can be hung anyway up) ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Antique Japanese Boro Textile Pillow
Antique Japanese Boro Textile Pillow

Antique Japanese Boro Textile Pillow

Unavailable

H 14 in W 24 in D 6 in

Antique Japanese Boro Textile Pillow

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th century Japanese patchwork indigo cotton reconfigured into a pillow with blue linen back, invisible zipper closure and feather and down fill.   

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Pillows and Throws

Antique French Gilt Chair Upholstered in an Antique Japanese Indigo Boro Textile
Antique French Gilt Chair Upholstered in an Antique Japanese Indigo Boro Textile

Antique French Gilt Chair Upholstered in an Antique Japanese Indigo Boro Textile

Located in Glen Ellyn, IL

This antique French gilt chair, from late 1800s, was originally upholstered in a fine Aubusson floral textile. The chair has been reupholstered in an antique Japanese indigo boro tex...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Giltwood, Wood

Custom Pillow Cut from an Antique Japanese Cotton Indigo Boro Textile
Custom Pillow Cut from an Antique Japanese Cotton Indigo Boro Textile

Custom Pillow Cut from an Antique Japanese Cotton Indigo Boro Textile

Located in Glen Ellyn, IL

Custom pillow cut from an antique Japanese futon cover made from hand loomed cotton indigo, circa early 1900s. In some places there are up to 6 layers of worn fabric stitched togethe...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Custom Pillow Cut from an Antique Japanese Cotton Indigo Boro Textile
Custom Pillow Cut from an Antique Japanese Cotton Indigo Boro Textile

Custom Pillow Cut from an Antique Japanese Cotton Indigo Boro Textile

Located in Glen Ellyn, IL

Custom pillow cut from an antique Japanese futon cover made from hand loomed cotton indigo, circa early 1900s, In some places there are multiple layers of worn cotton held together w...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Custom Pillow Cut from an Antique Japanese Cotton Indigo Boro Textile
Custom Pillow Cut from an Antique Japanese Cotton Indigo Boro Textile

Custom Pillow Cut from an Antique Japanese Cotton Indigo Boro Textile

Located in Glen Ellyn, IL

Custom pillow cut from an antique Japanese futon cover made from hand loomed cotton indigo, circa early 1900s. In some places there are multiple layers of cotton held together with s...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Custom Pillow Cut from an Antique Japanese Cotton Indigo Boro Textile
Custom Pillow Cut from an Antique Japanese Cotton Indigo Boro Textile

Custom Pillow Cut from an Antique Japanese Cotton Indigo Boro Textile

Located in Glen Ellyn, IL

Custom pillow cut from an antique Japanese futon cover made from hand loomed cotton indigo, circa early 1900s. In some places there are up to 4 layers of cotton to reinforce the worn...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Vintage Handcrafted Patched Textile "Boro" in Indigo Dye, Japan, 20th Century
Vintage Handcrafted Patched Textile "Boro" in Indigo Dye, Japan, 20th Century

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 used as a Furoshiki or duvet cover.

Category

20th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Hemp

Antique Japanese Indigo Boro Custom Pillow with Sashiko Stitching
Antique Japanese Indigo Boro Custom Pillow with Sashiko Stitching

Antique Japanese Indigo Boro Custom Pillow with Sashiko Stitching

Located in Glen Ellyn, IL

Custom pillow cut from an antique Japanese boro futon cover. The boro, meaning rags, has hand loomed cotton indigo textiles from the late 1800s to early 1900s.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Custom Antique Japanese Indigo Boro Pillow with Sashiko Stitching
Custom Antique Japanese Indigo Boro Pillow with Sashiko Stitching

Custom Antique Japanese Indigo Boro Pillow with Sashiko Stitching

Located in Glen Ellyn, IL

Custom pillow cut from an antique Japanese boro futon cover. The boro, meaning rags, has hand loomed cotton indigo textiles from the late 1800s to early 1900s.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Art of Boro
Art of Boro

Art of Boro

Unavailable

H 69 in W 48 in

Art of Boro

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

The Japansese word Boro means rag. In earlier times people recycled their hand woven kimonos, silk and cotton, making Futon covers and functional work clothing. These were patched an...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Quilts and Blankets

Japanese Antique Indigo Hand Loomed Cotton Boro Pillow with Sashiko Stitching
Japanese Antique Indigo Hand Loomed Cotton Boro Pillow with Sashiko Stitching

Japanese Antique Indigo Hand Loomed Cotton Boro Pillow with Sashiko Stitching

Located in Glen Ellyn, IL

Custom pillow cut from an antique Japanese indigo boro futon cover. Every scrap of hand loomed cotton indigo was saved for the boro clothing and futon covers, patched together with s...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Boro Style Moon Phase, Round Cushion, Indigo and Resit Dye Pillow
Boro Style Moon Phase, Round Cushion, Indigo and Resit Dye Pillow

Boro Style Moon Phase, Round Cushion, Indigo and Resit Dye Pillow

By Daniel Pontius

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is the last available of our four moon phases series. All hand-sewn textiles from vintage and antique fabrics. Fragments of Japanese indigo Boro fabric, Dong resist dye indigo, ...

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20th Century Asian Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1890
Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1890

Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1890

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H 44.5 in W 42.5 in D 2.25 in

Japanese Boro Textile, circa 1890

Located in Culver City, CA

Japanese Boro textile, circa 1890. Beautiful indigo textile framed in walnut.

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Antique 1890s Japanese Primitive Quilts and Blankets

Materials

Textile

Antique Indigo Boro Textile Katazome Dyed Hanjuban, 19th Century
Antique Indigo Boro Textile Katazome Dyed Hanjuban, 19th Century

Antique Indigo Boro Textile Katazome Dyed Hanjuban, 19th Century

Located in Prahran, Victoria

This antique Hanjuban (traditional Japanese undergarment) is a beautiful example of Boro textile. It is hand sewn out of indigo dyed cotton and fine Chirimen silk crepe with a Kat...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Vintage Gray Japanese Boro Textile Lumbar Accent Pillow
Vintage Gray Japanese Boro Textile Lumbar Accent Pillow

Vintage Gray Japanese Boro Textile Lumbar Accent Pillow

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Vintage gray Japanese boro textile lumbar accent pillow Beautiful custom designed in our Full Bloom Cottage Studio, this vintage Japanese textile is a medium gray color with origina...

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Early 20th Century Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Vintage Japanese Boro Textile Accent Lumbar Pillow with Patchwork
Vintage Japanese Boro Textile Accent Lumbar Pillow with Patchwork

Vintage Japanese Boro Textile Accent Lumbar Pillow with Patchwork

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Vintage Japanese Boro textile accent lumbar pillow with Patchwork Beautiful custom designed, this vintage japanese textile is a medium gray color with original patchwork in a natural...

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20th Century Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Japanese "Boro" Ropemaker's Rug
Japanese "Boro" Ropemaker's Rug

Japanese "Boro" Ropemaker's Rug

Located in Greenwich, CT

Rare Japanese "Boro" textile - Boro, literally "rag" cloths, traditionally futon covers or rugs, were rurally made using whatever scraps of Edo period cotton cloth could be bought, t...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Quilts and Blankets

Materials

Silk, Fabric

Mounted 19th Century Japanese Boro
Mounted 19th Century Japanese Boro

Mounted 19th Century Japanese Boro

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H 64.75 in W 34.75 in L 64.75 in

Mounted 19th Century Japanese Boro

Located in Chicago, IL

An incredible 19th century Japanese Boro textile mounted on a Belgian linen wrapped stretcher.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Rustic Tapestries

Materials

Cotton

19th Century Japanese "Boro" Cloth
19th Century Japanese "Boro" Cloth

19th Century Japanese "Boro" Cloth

Located in Greenwich, CT

Rare Japanese "Boro" textile - Boro, literally "rag" cloths, traditionally futon covers or rugs, were rurally made using whatever scraps of Edo period cotton cloth could be bought, t...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Tapestries

Japanese Boro in Antique Kimonos and Japanese Textiles
Japanese Boro in Antique Kimonos and Japanese Textiles

Japanese Boro in Antique Kimonos and Japanese Textiles

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

It is the cloth used by the poor in Japan. It is made up by stitching old clothing and various cloths.

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Textiles

Materials

Textile

Circa 1900 Japanese 2-Panel Indigo-Dyed Patchwork Boro
Circa 1900 Japanese 2-Panel Indigo-Dyed Patchwork Boro

Circa 1900 Japanese 2-Panel Indigo-Dyed Patchwork Boro

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Circa 1900 Japanese 2-Panel Indigo-Dyed Patchwork Boro This two-panel recycled patchwork cloth is made entirely of indigo dyed cotton and is likely part of a larger futon cover. A w...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Antique Japanese Boro Indigo Pillow
Antique Japanese Boro Indigo Pillow

Antique Japanese Boro Indigo Pillow

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Antique Japanese Boro indigo pillow This cotton face features a multi indigo gray, and blue stripes that are woven, natural linen colored background with original threaded string.

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20th Century Pillows and Throws

Materials

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An antique Japanese “Boro” textile, composed of layered and patched fragments of cloth from different periods, entirely reinforced with delicate sashiko stitching.

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Antique Japanese Indigo Boro textile rug w/ Sashiko stitching wabi sabi object
Antique Japanese Indigo Boro textile rug w/ Sashiko stitching wabi sabi object

Antique Japanese Indigo Boro textile rug w/ Sashiko stitching wabi sabi object

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

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Japanese Antique Rag "BORO" 1800s-1860s / Abstract Art Wabisabi

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Japanese Antique Rag "BORO" 1800s-1860s / Abstract Art Wabi Sabi

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This is a very old Japanese rag. This cloth has been used since the Edo period (1800s-1860s) to carefully and carefully mend bedding. It is a piece that shows the beauty of use very ...

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Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

I think this is a remake tapestry using old cloth dyed indigo in the Taisho era in Japan. It is said that it was made around the Heisei era (1990-2000). It's abstract and geometric...

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This is an exceptionally old piece of Japanese fabric, dating back to the Edo period (1800s–1860s). It has been carefully used to withstand the harsh winter cold. Since ancient time...

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Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

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French Empire Revival 19th Century Giltwood Carved Figural Console and Mirror
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French Empire Revival 19th Century Giltwood Carved Figural Console and Mirror

$59,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 120 in W 48.5 in D 24.5 in

French Empire Revival 19th Century Giltwood Carved Figural Console and Mirror

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fine French Empire Revival 19th century giltwood and Gesso carved figural console table with matching mirror. The "D" shaped top console raised by a pair of seated winged sphinxes ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Fine and Important Pair of Polychrome Decorated Giltwood Mirrors
Fine and Important Pair of Polychrome Decorated Giltwood Mirrors

Fine and Important Pair of Polychrome Decorated Giltwood Mirrors

$128,885 / set

H 59.45 in W 46.07 in D 4.73 in

Fine and Important Pair of Polychrome Decorated Giltwood Mirrors

Located in London, GB

Each with a rectangular plate within a stiff leaf, entwined vine and fleur de lis carved surround, the cresting centred by an armorial shield for the Thorold baronets surmounted by a...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Baroque Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Pink Quartz Bubble Sconces by Phoenix
Pink Quartz Bubble Sconces by Phoenix

Pink Quartz Bubble Sconces by Phoenix

$8,900 / set

H 28.5 in W 8.5 in D 6.75 in

Pink Quartz Bubble Sconces by Phoenix

Located in New York, NY

Pair of pink quartz bubble sconces with the polished brass finishes. Created by Phoenix gallery NYC. Each sconce installed four sockets. Use four 60w LED warm light bulbs. Total 240...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Rock Crystal

Cassina “Feltri” Armchair in Purple Original Upholstery – Good Vintage Condition
Cassina “Feltri” Armchair in Purple Original Upholstery – Good Vintage Condition

Cassina “Feltri” Armchair in Purple Original Upholstery – Good Vintage Condition

By Cassina

Located in Brooklyn, NY

FREE LOCAL DELIVERY WITHIN NEW YORK CITY Iconic “Feltri” armchair by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina, Italy. This unique piece features its original purple wool felt upholstery, professio...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool

“Vestiges Side Table” Marble Stone Brutalist Minimalist Coffee Table
“Vestiges Side Table” Marble Stone Brutalist Minimalist Coffee Table

“Vestiges Side Table” Marble Stone Brutalist Minimalist Coffee Table

$1,531Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 16.93 in W 17.72 in D 18.51 in

“Vestiges Side Table” Marble Stone Brutalist Minimalist Coffee Table

By Josep Vila Capdevila

Located in Terrassa, Catalonia

The Vestiges Side Table is a sculptural piece carved entirely from exclusive marble sourced in southern Spain. Defined by its monolithic form and hand-finished surfaces, the design e...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Italian Baroque Rocking Chair by Pauly & Co., 19th Century Silver Leaf
Italian Baroque Rocking Chair by Pauly & Co., 19th Century Silver Leaf

Italian Baroque Rocking Chair by Pauly & Co., 19th Century Silver Leaf

By Pauly & Co.

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt rocker with carved seashell seat & back and seahorse sides (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Rocking Chairs

Materials

Silver Leaf

Japanese Antique Weathered Tin plate・19th Century Wabi-sabi Abstract Wall Art
Japanese Antique Weathered Tin plate・19th Century Wabi-sabi Abstract Wall Art

Japanese Antique Weathered Tin plate・19th Century Wabi-sabi Abstract Wall Art

Located in 足利市, JP

An extraordinary found-object sculpture and wall art piece from 19th-century Japan: an authentic 19th-century galvanized tin plate (Buriki-ita), originally used as a protective heat ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Art

Materials

Tin

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