Antique Japanese Boro Textile Late 19th to Early 20th Century (c. 1880–1910) Cardigans Slim yet highly functional

Slim yet highly functional

the weight of hopes and wishes: so many things in life cannot be gauged in numbers

Beautiful displayed on a wall or draped as a sculptural textile

producing pieces with a distinctly individual character

breathable towel with excellent absorbency and quick-drying performance

Antique Japanese Boro Textile Late 19th to Early 20th Century (c. 1880–1910) Cardigans Slim yet highly functionalAn exceptional antique Japanese boro textile assembled from numerous indigo dyed cotton fragments and repaired over generations of use. Each patch and hand sewn repair reflects the Japanese tradition of boro, where valuable cloth was continually mended rather than discarded. The varied shades of indigo, striped homespun fabrics, and visible stitching create a richly textured composition. Areas of wear, fraying, and open losses remain, preserving the