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, circular paper label numbered "80". 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 minimalist composition, set against a saturated deep indigo blue field. The design showcases exploding Spider Chrysanthemums (kiku) rendered in a delicate white and powder blue, arranged in a vertical, asymmetrical flow that suggests natural organic growth. The elongated, curling petals characteristic of the spider chrysanthemum variety are captured with fluid precision, appearing to bloom outward with a sense of vibrant energy. The monochromatic blue-on-blue palette evokes the cool, refreshing aesthetic required for traditional summer evening wear, where the dark indigo substrate mimics the deepening twilight sky.

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