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A striking fukusa featuring a flying crane and minogame on either side of a huge central mon (family crest). Embroidery …
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A striking fukusa featuring a flying crane and minogame on either side of a huge central mon (family crest). Embroidery and metallic (believed to be thread wrapped in gold foil) couching on shusu silk. Very good condition.
The family crest consists of falcon feathers connotations to both the military and several Japanese shrines. The mandarin crane stands for good fortune and long life. The minogame is a Japanese mythological animal with a life span for 10,000 years that is part turtle, part dragon, symbolizing longevity and good luck.
the turtle or minogame is a constant companion of the crane is story and in art.
It was the carrier of precious things and a messenger of good omen, particularly the words of god.
Mid to late Meigi era (1880-1911)
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- Dimensions
- 27ʺW × 8ʺD × 27ʺH
- Styles
- Japanese
- Pattern
- Medallion/Crest
- Period
- Late 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Silk
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Design Modified, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Small black stains on the red silk backing. Front is in excellent condition for age. The threads are believed to … moreSmall black stains on the red silk backing. Front is in excellent condition for age. The threads are believed to be red threads wrapped in gold foil. This process prohibits the threads from being pulled through the fabric but rather tacked down on the black silk with very small red threads which may be seen with a magnifying glass. less
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