This expansive silk fukusa (gift cover), dating from the late Edo to early mid-Meiji period (1850–1875), is a sophisticated example of classical Japanese iconography. Measuring 26 inches by 31 inches (66 cm x 79 cm), the textile features a soft cream silk ground decorated with a complex array of yuzen-dyed motifs associated with the refined life of the imperial court.
The composition includes a kicho (portable silk partition) draped over a stand, a scholar's desk, and a low table holding a black courtier's cap. These elements are surrounded by auspicious symbols: cranes in flight represent longevity, while blossoming camellias symbolize the yearning for spring, love bonds, and a happy marriage. The scene is further enriched with embroidery highlights and gold-painted clouds that add a sense of luxury and depth. While the piece remains in good condition, it displays authentic signs of age, including tears in the upper hem and corners, missing tassels, and several small stains on both the front and the reverse lining.