This exquisite silk fukusa (gift cover), dating from the early to mid-Meiji period (1868–1900), is a refined example of Japanese heraldic textile art. Measuring 26 inches by 26 inches (66 cm x 66 cm), the textile is crafted from deep indigo-blue silk, providing a somber and elegant backdrop for a central family crest (mon).

The crest depicts a stylized oak leaf (kashiwa), a motif historically associated with strength and the priestly class in Japan. The mon is executed with masterfully detailed metallic embroidery-couching, where gold-toned threads are laid onto the surface and secured with tiny, nearly invisible stitches to create a dense, shimmering effect. The square composition is framed by a minimalist white running-stitch border and finished at each corner with traditional silk tassels. The piece remains in very good condition, preserving both the luster of the metallic threads and the structural integrity of the silk.

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