Costume and Textiles Futon Cover This design is of a phoenix within a frame surrounded by Buddhist treasures in colors. The designs are drawn freehand in a rice paste that resists the indigo dye and colored pigments. These textiles, which traditionally formed part of a bride's trousseau, were often decorated with bold designs that carry auspicious meaning. Made in Japan, Asia19th century Artist/maker unknown, Japanese Plain weave cotton with rice-paste resist design (tsutsugaki) Currently not on view 2000-113-34 |
125th Anniversary Acquisition. Purchased with funds contributed by the Otto Haas Charitable Trust, The Women's Committee of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Maude de Schauensee, Theodore R. and Barbara B. Aronson, Edna and Stanley C. Tuttleman, The Hamilton Family Foundation, and Maxine and Howard H. Lewis, 2000Social Tags [?]0incorrect title [x] not buddhist treasures [x] women's committee [x] [Add Your Own Tags] |
