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| Item | E-Gasuri (picture kasuri) Otafuku (old woman) and geometric images. Otafuku is a dumpy, homely, cheery faced figure who is also a bringer of happiness. At some shrines, she is given out as an engimono (good luck charm). Otafuku also has a sexual connotation and is considered a fertility symbol. The images shows Otafuku as she appears as a ceremonial mask. This Piece Can Be Added To Your Kasuri/Textile Collection, Become A Project Textile, and/or Made Into A Decorative Wall Hanging. |
Age |
Early 1900s |
| Fabric | hand loomed 100% Cotton. |
Size |
13 inches X 4.4 feet 32 X 135 cm |
Condition |
Very Good Overall Condition No spots or rips. May have a few very small, hardly noticeable, pin holes. Exceptions will be noted in photos. We have washed & ironed this textile, it is ready to display as wall art, to add to your kasuri textile collection or use in your sewing project. |
| Comment | Very Special!! |
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