This striking hand-painted watercolor is an original and distinctive artwork from Japan, dating to the Late Taisho to Early Showa period (1920–1940). Measuring 23 inches by 17 inches (58 cm x 43 cm), this piece was meticulously crafted for the purpose of transposing its complex design to yūzen resist-dye work on a silk kimono. The artwork remains in very good condition, showcasing a bold, architectural aesthetic that reflects the "Taisho Roman" era’s fascination with blending traditional motifs with modern, structured geometry.

The composition is organized into distinct horizontal bands, alternating between technical lattice grids and decorative figurative sections. The cream-colored lattice bands feature fine, intersecting lines in rust and charcoal, resembling a sophisticated woven textile. These are contrasted by wide bands of mottled slate-blue, which serve as a backdrop for a series of stylized, silver-grey medallions. Each medallion is unique, containing auspicious symbols such as stylized arrows, clouds, and floral crests, all defined by vivid red outlines and delicate white stippling. Small golden-yellow fan-like accents punctuate the blue field, adding a rhythmic, decorative flair to the technical draft.

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