This exquisite textile originates from Japan’s mid-Showa period (1950–1960) and was originally a decorative component of a haori (formal kimono jacket). Measuring 14.5 inches by 51 inches (37 cm x 130 cm), the panel is crafted from high-quality silk and remains in excellent condition. The design is a scholarly example of the roketsu-zome (wax-resist batik) technique, which allowed mid-century artisans to achieve a unique, textured depth within traditional geometric frameworks.

The visual narrative is structured around a dense kikko (tortoiseshell) lattice, a classical hexagonal motif representing longevity. Within each hexagon, the artisan has placed stylized ivy or maple-like leaves, rendered in a warm palette of autumnal orange, soft cream, and muted ochre. The background is a deep, variegated navy blue that retains the subtle "crackling" effect characteristic of the batik process. This combination of a rigid geometric grid with organic, hand-dyed botanical elements reflects the mid-Showa era's penchant for revitalizing ancient patterns with more expressive, artisan-led craft techniques.

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