Japanese Buddhist Altar Silk Tablecloth Uchishiki Vtg Triangle Orange Gold BA98 vanity box no illness

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Candle light is in the Buddhist world that shines a warm light in the darkness has been considered the light of Buddha's wisdom and mercy

the kanji characters for Omiya 近江屋

Small chips on one of the beads

Japanese Buddhist Altar Silk Tablecloth Uchishiki Vtg Triangle Orange Gold BA98 vanity box no illnessJapanese Uchishiki Embroidered Buddhist Altar Tablecloth This is a vintage Japanese Buddhist altar tablecloth, or uchishiki. Made of silk, the top band and backside have a white peony floral design. The main part has a vibrant orange background with an elaborate purple and gold floral grid patterns and striking gold embroidered chrysanthemums (kiku). The chrysanthemum is one of many important symbols in Japanese culture that represents longevity.