This elegant textile originates from Japan, dating to the Showa period (1950–1975), and serves as a refined example of mid-century Japanese cotton printing. Measuring 14 inches by 24 inches (36 cm x 61 cm), the panel was extracted from a vintage Yukata (summer kimono) sample book. Crafted from a thin, crisp cotton, the piece features several small pinholes at the top edge used for its original archival threading, as well as a small, rectangular paper label numbered "250" near the bottom left. Despite its history as a professional reference sample, the fabric remains in excellent condition with clear, sharp contrast between the dyes.

The visual narrative is a masterclass in traditional Japanese vertical composition, set against a saturated deep indigo blue field. The design showcases clusters of daisies (or small chrysanthemums) rendered in a crisp white with multi-colored centers of yellow and blue. These floral clusters are interconnected by a delicate network of thin green stems and jagged, feathered leaves that provide a soft, organic contrast to the graphic white blossoms. The arrangement follows a rhythmic, staggered flow from the top-center down to the bottom-right, evoking a sense of natural garden growth. This multi-tonal palette on an indigo substrate reflects the sophisticated mid-century aesthetic of summer evening wear.

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