Textile Art and Patterns

A variety of textile fragments showcasing intricate designs and historical patterns, highlighting different materials and techniques.

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
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