Castle On The Coast, Yuzen Birodo Embroidery, Japan, Meiji Era (1868-1912).

Japanese Yuzen-Birodo velvet embroidery depicting a castle on the coast. Opposite the fortified structure, two houses can be seen by the river, and in the background, a sailboat sails on the open sea.

Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912).

Dimensions with frame: 62.5 x 62.5 cm. Dimensions without frame: 52.5 x 52.5 cm.

The Yuzen-Birodo technique was invented by Nishimura Sozaemon of Kyoto in 1868. The velvet was woven by passing threads through fine metal wires parallel to the weft, then cut to form the pile. The precise cutting allowed for a three-dimensional effect.

Good condition, slight signs of wear. Framed under glass.

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