This evocative textile originates from Japan’s Early Showa period (1926–1940) and is a scholarly example of the seasonal transition motifs favored in pre-war formal wear. Measuring 13.5 inches by 57 inches (34 cm x 145 cm), the panel is crafted from high-quality soft silk and remains in very good condition. The composition features a rhythmic, undulating pattern of stylized clouds and falling leaves, creating a sense of atmospheric movement.

The visual narrative is centered on momiji (maple leaves), a classical symbol of the autumn season. These are rendered in a sophisticated palette of deep rust-red, violet-purple, and soft cream, set against a background that transitions between a warm saffron yellow and a muted lavender gray. The leaves are arranged in dense, cloud-like clusters that zigzag across the panel, a design known as kumo-dori (cloud-sharing), which adds architectural structure to the organic botanical elements. Tiny, dark green leaf accents are scattered throughout, providing a cool visual anchor to the otherwise warm and ethereal color scheme.

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