Embroidered Fukusa

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image is of an embroidered fukusa titled "Embroidered Fukusa" by an unknown artist. The fukusa has a blue background and depicts a brown object, possibly a seaweed-covered rock or a large piece of seaweed, with three green turtles on it. The largest turtle is in the center of the object and faces to the right. A smaller turtle is on the left side of the object, facing right, and the smallest turtle is on the right side of the object, facing left. The object and turtles are surrounded by white embroidered waves. Behind the object is a large gold-colored seaweed-like design with wavy tendrils. The fukusa has a stitched border around the edges. The fukusa appears to be made of fabric and has a slightly wrinkled appearance. The stitching is intricate and detailed, with visible threads of various colors. The overall design is visually striking, with a mix of natural and abstract elements.