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Japan circa 1878 $500.00 A large uchishiki dated 1878 on the back (in Japanese ‘kanji’ characters), featuring peony embroidered appliqués on a red bast-fiber background. The white lining is a thicj silk damask fabric. Fair condition, with a number of holes and stains (largest of which can be seen in the adjoining images). 78" x 49". Peonies in Japan are a symbol of nobility. The Buddhist monk Kong Hai introduced tree peonies to Japan in the 8th century for medicinal purposes. 2300Contact Us About This Item: |