Antique Japanese Katagami Kimono Paper Stencil Matsukawabishi Pine Bark 4Y664 straight line Item weight: 1282 grams

Item weight: 1282 grams

Signature and year (1964)

Four calligraphed characters can be seen above the dragon

This vintage Japanese hanging scroll (kakejiku or makimono) features a red rising sun at the top and a calligraphy of a poem at the bottom

Antique Japanese Katagami Kimono Paper Stencil Matsukawabishi Pine Bark 4Y664 straight line Item weight: 1282 gramsAntique Japanese Katagami Kimono Stencil Japanese Katagami is a stencil pattern for dyeing textiles used for printing designs and patterns on kimono and other fabric items. Using traditional mulberry paper, this katagami stencil with no silk mesh backing features a bold, traditional matsukawabishi pattern. This pattern is said to resemble the scales of pine tree bark. It is a very old pattern and symbolizes longevity. This antique Katagami was