{"title":"featured pieces","description":"\u003cp\u003eA few of our favorite old things, picked for their color, texture, and detail.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-boro-textile-panel-hand-mended-indigo-blue-patchwork-fabric","title":"Japanese Indigo Boro Textile Panel with Hand-Stitched Repairs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: Approximately 12.5 by 27.5 inches (31.8 by 69.9 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapan · Circa 1900 · Cotton\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis narrow Japanese boro panel has two very different sides. One brings together fine blue and pale purple stripes, faded blue cotton, and layers of patches held by dense hand stitching. In places, lighter cotton shows through where the fabric has worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn it over and the reverse is deeper blue, with long stitched seams and a large pale striped patch near the lower end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts long, narrow shape works well for framing or textile mounting, with either side on show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechniques:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand stitching, patching, and mending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-sided textile panel with distinct compositions on each face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4 ounces (113 grams)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s in good antique condition, with the stitched repairs still in place. There’s surface wear and fraying, with several lovely worn-through areas toward the lower end where lighter cotton shows underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pieces Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55010008858990,"sku":null,"price":165.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/3312\/8814\/files\/5c99fe9a-il_fullxfull.8496026746_ed19.jpg?v=1789303852"},{"product_id":"japanese-wa-sarasa-floral-cotton-textile-panel","title":"Antique Japanese Wa-Sarasa Floral Cotton Textile Panel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: Approximately 13.5 by 29.5 inches (34.3 by 74.9 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapan · Mid-to-late 19th century, late Edo to early Meiji period · Cotton\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMuted blue, olive, and ochre fill this Japanese wa-sarasa panel, with rosettes, small flowers, curling stems, and leaves repeating closely across the cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWa-sarasa is sarasa made in Japan, where dyers adapted imported patterned cotton traditions into multicolor textiles of their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the reverse, the same flowers and stems show through in softer color. There’s enough of the repeat here to follow the design across the panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand dyeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multicolor floral and botanical repeat with rosettes, flowers, stems, and leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s in excellent antique condition, with well-preserved color and pattern, light age toning, and irregular cut edges.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pieces Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55010008957294,"sku":"PFP-023","price":216.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/3312\/8814\/files\/672f451b-il_fullxfull.8403710442_bj7c.jpg?v=1789303852"},{"product_id":"japanese-wa-sarasa-cotton-panel-phoenixes","title":"Antique Japanese Wa-Sarasa Cotton Panel with Phoenixes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: Approximately 6.75 by 37 inches (17.1 by 94 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapan · 19th century, Edo period · Cotton\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoenixes repeat among scrolling leaves and rounded flowers on this Japanese wa-sarasa panel. Rust-red, brown, cream, and natural tones make up the pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe birds are hō-ō, an auspicious motif associated with prosperity and good fortune in Japanese decorative arts. Wa-sarasa developed as Japanese dyers adapted imported patterned cotton traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse shows a softer impression of the same design, with the birds and foliage still visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand dyeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repeating hō-ō (phoenix), scrolling foliage, and floral motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s in good antique condition, with the red-brown color and pattern well preserved. There are a few small marks on the reverse, with no visible holes or tears.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pieces Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55010008990062,"sku":"PFP-025","price":165.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/3312\/8814\/files\/a173a627-il_fullxfull.8486888457_o2wa.jpg?v=1789303852"},{"product_id":"vintage-swat-valley-wedding-pillow-panel-silk-embroidery","title":"Vintage Swat Valley Wedding Pillow Panel with Silk Embroidery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: Approximately 17.5 by 31.5 inches (44.5 by 80 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSwat Valley, northern Pakistan · Circa 1940s–1950s · Cotton with silk floss embroidery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed, pink, orange, green, blue, and purple silk threads form closely stitched geometric bands on this Swat Valley wedding pillow panel. The original black fastening loops are still attached along one edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one embroidered face from a two-part pillow made in northern Pakistan. The reverse is uncovered, so you can see the cotton and the back of the hand embroidery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand embroidery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e One original face from a two-part wedding pillow, with original black fastening loops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s in excellent vintage condition. The silk embroidery, cotton, and original black looped edging are well preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pieces Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55010009088366,"sku":null,"price":250.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/3312\/8814\/files\/632efeef-il_fullxfull.8405113509_53d2.jpg?v=1789303852"},{"product_id":"antique-japanese-hikeshi-banten-indigo-sashiko-firemans-coat","title":"Antique Japanese Hikeshi Banten Fireman’s Coat in Indigo Sashiko Cotton","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: Approximately 47 inches cuff to cuff, 22 inches across the body, and 35 inches long\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapan · Circa 1900, late Meiji period · Cotton\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDense rows of sashiko stitching cover the indigo cotton of this Japanese fireman’s coat, or hikeshi banten. A large faded brigade insignia and geometric resist-dyed design fill the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collar still carries its identifying markings, and the original ties are in place. Inside, the coat is mostly indigo, with the stitching fully visible and parts of the geometric pattern continuing along the inner front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe close rows of stitches run right through the cotton, and the resist-dyed pattern changes from the sleeves to the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechniques:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sashiko stitching and resist dyeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brigade insignia, collar markings, and geometric decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 lb 10.5 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s in good antique condition. The stitching, original ties, brigade markings, and resist-dyed decoration are well preserved. The indigo has varied fading, with some fraying along the outer edges, a spot in the upper-left triangular section of the back design, and a patch at the upper shoulder.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pieces Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55010009022830,"sku":"PFP-021","price":1100.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/3312\/8814\/files\/534d069d-il_fullxfull.8403073618_p433.jpg?v=1789303852"},{"product_id":"antique-japanese-firemans-coat-hikeshi-banten","title":"Antique Japanese Hikeshi Banten Fireman’s Coat in Indigo \u0026 Kakishibu","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCuff-to-cuff width: Approximately 45 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody width: Approximately 21.5 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength: Approximately 39 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapan · Meiji period, approximately 1880–1905 · Cotton\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Japanese fireman’s coat, or hikeshi banten, has two very different sides. The indigo face has striped sleeves, wide pale bands, and a large circular brigade insignia in faded red and cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn it over and the reverse is amber-brown kakishibu, traditionally dyed with persimmon tannin. Dense sashiko stitching runs through the cotton on both sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe circular insignia on the back includes 義 (gi\/yoshi), the kanji for righteousness, justice, duty, and honor. With the color and stitching changing so much from one face to the other, either side works well for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechniques:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sashiko stitching, indigo dye, and kakishibu persimmon dye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 pounds, 14.8 ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s in excellent antique condition. The sashiko stitching is dense and intact, with rich indigo and amber color and clear brigade markings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pieces Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55010009055598,"sku":"PFP-024","price":1610.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/3312\/8814\/files\/18ac6370-il_fullxfull.8403884540_7xj5.jpg?v=1789303852"},{"product_id":"antique-chinese-art-deco-tiger-rug","title":"Antique Chinese Art Deco Tiger Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: Approximately 35.5 inches wide by 68 inches long, or 72 inches long including the fringe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChina · Circa 1925–1935 · Wool\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA black, ivory, and pink tiger sits among bamboo and flowing waves on the golden-orange background of this Chinese rug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s hand-knotted in wool and dates to the Art Deco period. The pile is soft and thick, and the design is visible on the back too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tiger with bamboo and waves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s in very good antique condition, with bright color, a soft wool pile, and light wear from age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pieces Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55010009317742,"sku":null,"price":1875.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/3312\/8814\/files\/d281770d-il_fullxfull.7046297843_bugr.jpg?v=1789303852"},{"product_id":"dogon-indigo-airplane-pillow-cover","title":"Upcycled Vintage Dogon Indigo Textile Pillow Cover with Airplane Motif","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: Approximately 14.5 by 14.5 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVintage Dogon indigo cotton from Mali · Vintage handwoven cotton; new heavyweight cotton canvas reinforcement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePale airplanes sit among checks, dots, and diagonal stripes on this Dogon indigo pillow cover. The vintage handwoven cotton comes from Mali, with a different section of the pattern on each face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s been reworked into a one-of-one cover, backed with new heavyweight cotton canvas and finished with a zipper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photos show the pillow cover with an 18 by 18-inch insert for context. This listing is for the pillow cover itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resist-dyed source textile; upcycled pillow-cover construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Airplanes, checks, dots, and diagonal stripes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage textile on both sides with zipper closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits an 18 by 18-inch pillow insert; insert not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vintage cotton has slight discoloration and variation in tone, with a couple of small repairs in matching fabric. 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One side combines medium and dark indigo cotton with gray-blue sections, a dark collar, short sleeves, and visible hand-stitched seams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other side is much lighter. Dense sashiko stitching holds layers of faded cotton, with additional patches where the fabric has worn through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoragi is a general term for Japanese work clothing. This jacket is also boro, with repeated patching and mending from its working life. The collar, cuffs, and hem are bound on both sides, so either face can be shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechniques:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-pieced patchwork, sashiko stitching, and hand mending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reversible noragi work jacket with bound collar, cuffs, and hem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jacket is structurally sound, with its patchwork and sashiko stitching still in place. There’s extensive fading, abrasion, holes, and thinning, especially on the lighter side and around the collar and shoulders. Some areas have worn through to the layers underneath. There are loose threads, exposed seams, patches with unfinished edges, and fraying at the cuffs and side openings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pieces Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55010009416046,"sku":null,"price":212.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/3312\/8814\/files\/270a8a14-il_fullxfull.8105889558_a7av.jpg?v=1789303852"},{"product_id":"vintage-vietnamese-geometric-embroidery-panel","title":"Vintage Vietnamese Cotton Panel with Geometric Silk Embroidery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: Approximately 13.5 by 53 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVietnam · Vintage · Handwoven cotton with silk embroidery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHot pink, purple, peach, and pale gray embroidery fills the upper end of this Vietnamese panel. Farther down, those colors fade to dusty pink, tan, and muted gray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA raised cream lattice divides the surface into diamonds. Thick silk threads form smaller squares, diamonds, and stepped shapes inside them, against dark blue-green handwoven cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe long panel gives you a continuous section of the embroidery, with its change in color visible from one end to the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handwoven and embroidered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repeating diamond lattice with geometric medallions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink, purple, peach, gray, cream, and dark blue-green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long rectangular textile panel with unfinished edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s in good vintage condition, with vivid embroidery at one end and pronounced uneven fading through the center and opposite end. 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A center seam joins the sections, with the overall and individual embroidered-section measurements listed above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechnique: Double-sided embroidery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Geometric patterns across two embroidered sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plain cotton has staining, discoloration, and several repairs. 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His name and date are handwritten on the underside, preserving a small piece of his history, even as the identity of the carver remains unknown to us.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese folk carving has a long tradition of turning familiar animals into objects with distinctive personalities. Nekojirō carries that tradition forward with the warmth, individuality, and directness of handwork celebrated by the Mingei movement. 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This charming set of contemporary Japanese folk craft (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003emingei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) brings together traditional fabrics in a miniature format that's as interesting to explore as it is to look at.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach fabric-covered book fits in the palm of your hand and opens into an accordion of individual fabric samples mounted on both sides of folded cardstock. T\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehese accordion-style books, known as \u003cem\u003eorihon\u003c\/em\u003e (折本), are also a form of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003emamehon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (豆本), the Japanese tradition of miniature books.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe three collections feature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTanba-fu (丹波布):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Woven stripes and checks in natural tan, brown, and shades of indigo blue, representing a Japanese folk weaving tradition associated with the Tanba region. 28 textile swatches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBashōfu (芭蕉布):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural-colored woven fabrics with fine stripes, irregular patterns, and contrasting dark threads. Bashōfu is a traditional Okinawan fabric made from banana plant fibers. 28 textile swatches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSarasa (更紗):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Printed fabrics featuring floral, geometric, and repeating decorative patterns in reds, blues, browns, and other colors, reflecting Japan's long tradition of patterned cloth influenced by imported chintzes. 28 textile swatches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach little book has a fabric-covered front and back, a Japanese calligraphic title label, and its own matching kraft-paper presentation box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor anyone who enjoys Japanese folk art, traditional fabrics, or handmade miniature books, this is a wonderful little collection to explore. It also makes a lovely gift for the Japanese craft or textile lover in your life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCraft tradition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handmade Japanese folk craft (mingei)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Miniature accordion-fold books (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorihon \/ mamehon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.6″ wide × 2.4″ long (4 × 6 cm) per book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContents:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Three fabric sample books with three matching presentation boxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollections:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tanba-fu, Bashōfu, and Sarasa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fabric-covered boards, folded paper pages, and individually mounted fabric samples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of samples:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 84\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent condition, with the individual character of handmade Japanese folk craft (mingei).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pieces Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67776020054382,"sku":null,"price":258.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/3312\/8814\/files\/pieces-vintage-textiles-mini-fabric-sample-book-set-01_0591ccf2-4569-4905-992b-9310089f3a52.jpg?v=1792170567"},{"product_id":"antique-moroccan-fez-reversible-silk-embroidery","title":"Antique Moroccan Fez Reversible Silk Embroidery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: Approximately 44.5 × 51 inches (113 × 129.5 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMorocco · Late 19th–early 20th century · Hand-embroidered silk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis impressive work of antique Moroccan textile art from the embroidery tradition of Fez dates to the late 19th or early 20th century. 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Measuring approximately 17 square feet, this piece brings together a remarkable amount of traditional Japanese textile handwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoro developed through the practice of repairing, reinforcing, and reusing cloth over generations. Rather than discarding worn fabrics, pieces of cotton were layered and stitched together, extending their useful lives. The resulting textiles preserve a history of everyday life, resourcefulness, and Japanese folk craft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth faces of this piece offer a different perspective on that history. One features an extensive arrangement of overlapping indigo cotton patches, including solids, stripes, and checks. 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Its scale also makes it particularly well suited to textile mounting or wall display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Late Meiji\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTradition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japanese boro (襤褸)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechniques:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Hand-pieced patchwork, sashiko stitching, and hand repairs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Indigo-dyed cotton\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Layered, double-sided textile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Approximately 51 × 48 inches (129.5 × 121.9 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArea:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Approximately 17 square feet\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 1 lb 12.1 oz (0.797 kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtensive boro character, including fading, worn-through areas, layered repairs, exposed stitching, frayed edges, and irregularities from long use. 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