5919
AGE & ORIGIN:
21st C. (build) Early 20th C. (materials)
Japan
OVERVIEW:
‘Boro’ from the Japanese term “Boroboro” meaning ‘tattered’ or ‘repaired’, is a class of textile that focuses on the reuse, repair or stitching of previously used cotton or linen typically for the purpose of clothing, blankets, or even rugs.
True Boro is often a mish-mash of these different fabrics, as the intended purpose originally was to make inexpensive clothing from older materials in an effort to be more economical. In line with choosing material that in itself was an economical choice, the oft used material had been indigo dyed textiles, as historically, indigo was among the easiest-to-obtain and cost-effective dyes available.
As a result of its origin, Boro material can be extremely difficult to come by. Sometimes though, weavers from the modern day will use the older Boro materials to create something completely new (and the cycle of Boro continues) as is the case with this incredible tapestry. A Kashima Kamon crest rises above stitching resembling the sea all across four main panels.
Nothing quite like it. Both contemporary and antique at once. Acquired in Sapporo, Japan.
CONDITION:
Excellent
5919
AGE & ORIGIN:
21st C. (build) Early 20th C. (materials)
Japan
OVERVIEW:
‘Boro’ from the Japanese term “Boroboro” meaning ‘tattered’ or ‘repaired’, is a class of textile that focuses on the reuse, repair or stitching of previously used cotton or linen typically for the purpose of clothing, blankets, or even rugs.
True Boro is often a mish-mash of these different fabrics, as the intended purpose originally was to make inexpensive clothing from older materials in an effort to be more economical. In line with choosing material that in itself was an economical choice, the oft used material had been indigo dyed textiles, as historically, indigo was among the easiest-to-obtain and cost-effective dyes available.
As a result of its origin, Boro material can be extremely difficult to come by. Sometimes though, weavers from the modern day will use the older Boro materials to create something completely new (and the cycle of Boro continues) as is the case with this incredible tapestry. A Kashima Kamon crest rises above stitching resembling the sea all across four main panels.
Nothing quite like it. Both contemporary and antique at once. Acquired in Sapporo, Japan.
CONDITION:
Excellent
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