This distinctive Edo period uchishiki (Buddhist altar cloth) dates from the mid to late 18th century (1750–1825) and features a unique, graphic layout. The composition is defined by two mirrored, triangular flanking panels densely worked in silk and metallic thread embroidery. These sections showcase a classic Buddhist motif of blooming lotus flowers connected by winding, elegant tendrils against a textured, shimmering ground.

In a departure from fully embroidered examples, the central inverted triangle is composed of unadorned natural white cotton, creating a striking visual contrast between the ornate needlework and the humble base material. Measuring 23 inches by 13 inches (58 cm x 33 cm), the textile remains in good condition, though it displays some expected fraying along the dark borders and embroidered edges consistent with its age and ritual use.

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