Kosode Pattern Book (On-Hiinagata), vol. 2

The image shows two pages from a vintage book titled "Kosode Pattern Book (On-Hiinagata), vol. 2". The pages are yellowed and have a black background behind them. The left page has an orange design on it. The design is a T-shaped pattern with a rectangular border and curved sides at the top. Inside the T-shape, there is a plant with long stems and leaves. The right page has a black design on it. The design is also a T-shaped pattern with a rectangular border and curved sides at the top. Inside the T-shape, there are several pineapples or similar fruits with leaves and stems. Both pages have Japanese writing on them. The pages appear to be hand-drawn. The designs seem to be for kimono patterns.

Artwork details

Date:: 1667
Medium:: One of a set of two woodblock-printed books; ink and color on paper
Culture:: Japan
Dimensions:: 599 × 469 px
Museum record:: View original