Textile, Medium: hemp Technique: tied resist patterning in warp and weft (double ikat) on plain weave, Medium-scale repeat of curling dragon in clouds alternating with prancing animal in diamond frame superimposed on a curving branch with flowers. Scattered plaid crosses in double ikat. In white reserved on blue ground., Japan, early 19th century, printed, dyed & painted textiles, Textile

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Size: 4466px × 6409px
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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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