This cotton tsutsugaki panel from Japan dates to the Taisho period (1912–1926). Measuring 52 inches by 28 inches (132 cm x 71 cm), the textile was originally crafted from three joined panels as part of a traditional bed covering (futonji). It remains in excellent condition.

The composition features a large, bold family crest (mon) centered within a white circular field against a deep indigo ground. The motif is a stylized goshonoguruma (Imperial court carriage) wheel, specifically rendered with three spoke-hubs that create a dynamic, rotating geometric pattern. This design was created using the tsutsugaki technique, a hand-applied rice-paste resist process that allows for crisp, clear lines even on heavy cotton. The high contrast and monumental scale of the crest reflect the pride and identity of the household for which it was commissioned.

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