INDIGO DYED COTTON SASHIKO FUROSHIKI
Japan
Late 19th century
Cotton
70 x 75
Furoshiki, or wrapping cloths, are still used in Japan as storage or transport. The sashiko stitching serves a decorative and practical purpose, to reinforce the four corners of the cloth. Traditional motifs and patterns, such as chrysanthemum petals, are often seen in the embroidery. This one, however, is beautifully personalized with Japanese characters.
On view and available at Lawton Mull from May 21st until June 25th 2025 as part of our collaborative exhibition, ORDINARY SPLENDOR.