Shonai Sashiko, a traditional craft from the Shonai region of Yamagata Prefecture. Vase mat.
10.00 $
Description
Sho-nai Sashiko, a traditional craft passed down in the Sho-nai region of Yamagata Prefecture.
It is counted as one of Japan's three great sashiko techniques, alongside Tsugaru's Kogin-zashi and Nanbu's Hishi-zashi.
The pattern in the image is a meticulous and beautiful geometric design, similar to Juji-bishi Kake-zashi (or a variation of Ajisai-zashi), one of the representative techniques of Sho-nai Sashiko.
Characteristics of Sho-nai Sashiko:
Meticulous Stitches: Characterized by using white cotton thread on indigo-dyed cotton cloth with extremely fine stitches.
Diverse Designs: There are over 40 patterns abstracting familiar objects, such as Kome-zashi (rice stitch), Kaki no Hana (persimmon flower), Hishi-zashi (diamond stitch), and Soroban-zashi (abacus stitch).
Practicality and Prayer: Originally born from the wisdom of life in the harsh cold of Tohoku to reinforce and insulate cloth. At the same time, it embodies earnest wishes (prayers) for a bountiful harvest and family health.
- Design: Geometric Sashiko
- Colors: Blue, Purple, Pink
- Material: Cotton
- Use: Vase mat, etc.
- Size: Approx. 19cm x Approx. 19cm
As this item has been stored for a long time, please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned about minor details. Please judge the condition from the photos.
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Product Number: 572
Details
CategoryCarpets, Rugs & MatsConditionNo noticeable scratches or marksShippingIncluded in price (by seller)FromKanagawa
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