cover used in Buddhist temple sanctuary (uchishiki)

Edoearly 19th century

Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields
Indianapolis, United States

Triangular (color) satin uchishiki patterned with a design of dragon roundels and cloud forms. Unusual gold thread background. Lining: White hemp, pieced.

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Details

Title: cover used in Buddhist temple sanctuary (uchishiki)
Creator: Edo
Date Created: early 19th century
Rights: Public Domain
Medium / Support: Gold Flat Paper Thread | Hemp Lining
External Link: See this object at www.imamuseum.org
Dimensions: 24 3/4 x 13 in.
Department: Textile and Fashion Arts
Credit Line: Gift of Eliza M. Niblack
Creation Period: Edo
Accession Number: 16.873

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