This striking textile originates from Japan’s Early Showa period (1926–1940) and is a scholarly example of the bold, graphic innovation found in pre-war meisen silk. Measuring 13.25 inches by 54 inches (34 cm x 137 cm), the panel remains in very good condition, showcasing the durable weave and vibrant color-fastness typical of high-quality kasuri (ikat) dyeing. The composition features four large-scale kiku (chrysanthemum) blooms set against a rhythmic, vertical background of striped bamboo.

The visual narrative is defined by its sophisticated color palette and architectural motifs. The background consists of olive-green and black vertical stripes representing bamboo stalks, providing a structured, linear contrast to the organic flow of the flowers. Each chrysanthemum is rendered with the characteristic "blurred" edges of the meisen technique, using a palette of soft teal-green, vibrant orange, and pale cream. These large blooms are staggered vertically, creating a dynamic energy that pulls the eye along the panel’s four-foot span. This specific design reflects the Early Showa era's "Modern Girl" aesthetic, where traditional symbols like the chrysanthemum were reimagined with exaggerated proportions and non-traditional color schemes to suit the evolving fashion of the time.

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