Japanese Antique Ise Katagami Kimono Stencil Edo Era Plus Sign Pattern A300 gold Details: It's a one of

Details: It's a one of a kind original Japanese mid or late Meiji period 1890 stencil pattern “Katagami" for dying textiles “Katazome

Used for wrapping large items such as cushions or futon

These stencils are made of two or more layers of handmade mulberry paper (Kozo) laminated together and waterproofed with persimmon tannin

Sourced at Osu Antiques Fair in Nagoya

there's a kanji signature which can be read ''Hirako Kama'' meaning a Hirako Kilm

Japanese Antique Ise Katagami Kimono Stencil Edo Era Plus Sign Pattern A300 gold Details: It's a one ofJapanese Antique Ise Katagami Kimono Stencil Katazome Japanese Katagami Kimono Stencil Design: plus signs Used to dye fabrics such as Kimonos Mulberry Paper, No silk lining Item weight: 11 grams Packed weight: 300 grams C1859 1900 Approx. 42 long x 31 wide cm Good condition. Some damages as shown in the photos. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully before bidding. Acquired from a friend's home in Gifu, Japan Shipping: We ship