This prestigious textile originates from Japan’s late Showa period (1960–1980) and is a scholarly example of the high-density decorative weaving techniques perfected during the economic boom. Measuring 13.75 inches by 63 inches (35 cm x 163 cm), the panel is crafted from premium omeshi silk, which remains in excellent condition. While omeshi fabrics typically possess a heavier, more structured feel than standard rinzu due to the use of high-twist yarns, this specific piece surprises with a softer hand despite its dense ornamentation, offering a graceful and substantial drape.

The visual narrative is set against a deep black base, which serves as a dramatic canvas for a series of classic auspicious motifs including ume (plum), kiku (chrysanthemum), and paulownia. These botanical elements are rendered in a traditional palette of true red, crisp white, and gold, accented by abundant gold metallic weave that provides a luminous, three-dimensional texture. The composition is anchored by a vertical, jagged "lightning" or geometric path that guides the eye through the floral sprays, a design choice that reflects the late 20th-century preference for merging classical nature symbols with bold, architectural framing.

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