This exquisite textile originates from Japan’s Taisho period (1912–1926) and is a scholarly example of the meticulous tie-dyeing craftsmanship that defined early 20th-century luxury silk production. Crafted from a premium base silk, the panel possesses a subtle, refined texture and boasts a pleasant drape characteristic of high-quality period garments. The fabric remains in excellent condition, preserving the structural integrity of the delicate hand-tied fibers.
The visual narrative is defined by an all-over shibori pattern featuring olive green motifs set against a harmonious base of tan and white. This rhythmic design is executed through the intensive process of binding thousands of tiny points of fabric before immersion in dye, resulting in a three-dimensional, high-relief surface. The choice of an olive and tan palette reflects the Taisho era's sophisticated "romantic" aesthetic, which often favored naturalistic, earth-toned gradients over the high-contrast primary colors seen in later decades.