Antique Japanese Pictorial Tapestry With Rooster in Landscape - Rug & Kilim

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Handwoven in natural silk circa 1880-1900, this 2x4 antique Japanese tapestry runner is a rare and evocative example of textile … Read more Handwoven in natural silk circa 1880-1900, this 2x4 antique Japanese tapestry runner is a rare and evocative example of textile artistry from Japan’s late Edo to early Meiji period. A collectible piece in Rug & Kilim’s curation, it reflects a refined tradition where weaving serves as a medium for painterly expression and storytelling.

On the Design:

This tapestry reads as a serene, hand-rendered landscape, distinguished by its delicate composition and remarkable attention to detail. The scene is anchored by a striking white rooster, its plumage meticulously articulated through fine silk threads, lending a lifelike softness and dimension.

A secondary rooster in the foreground introduces a sense of scale and quiet movement, guiding the viewer across the composition. The surrounding environment unfolds with understated elegance: a tranquil riverside, rustic dwellings, and softly rising trees that echo the visual language of Japanese ink paintings. The composition favors asymmetry and open space, allowing each element to breathe, hallmarks of traditional Japanese aesthetics.

The palette is restrained yet expressive, with tones of ivory, taupe, sage, and muted charcoal forming a harmonious ground. Subtle accents of red in the rooster’s comb provide a gentle focal point without disturbing the calm rhythm of the piece. The result is a composition that balances narrative and stillness, embodying a deeply contemplative design sensibility.

Conditions:

This antique Japanese tapestry runner enjoys good condition for its age and origin and is ready for the floor. See less