This striking textile originates from Japan’s mid-Showa period (1950–1970) and is a scholarly example of the high-contrast, graphic elegance found in post-war formal silk design. Measuring 14 inches by 42 inches (36 cm x 107 cm), this panel is in excellent condition and showcases a masterful use of traditional resist-dyeing. The substrate is a premium rinzu (silk damask), dyed in a deep, midnight black that provides a lustrous and structurally rich foundation. The base silk is noted for being exceptionally soft and shiny, offering a terrific drape.

The visual narrative is dominated by a vertical composition of ume (plum) blossoms, rendered through the shibori technique. Bold red blossoms are scattered along intricate, white-speckled stems that arc gracefully across the black field. The "blurred" or pixelated texture of the stems and flowers is a hallmark of the hand-tied resist process, creating a sense of organic vibration. As the plum blossom is a classical symbol of resilience and hope, blooming in the late winter, this piece serves as a modern, high-impact interpretation of a deeply traditional theme.

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