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--- WHAT IS NISHIJIN-ORI: A 1200-YEAR LEGACY ---Nishijin-ori is not a fabric, it is a national treasure of Japan. Born in Kyoto over 1200 years ago for the Imperial family, it is woven on traditional wooden looms that take years to master. Each piece is made with pre-dyed silk threads, and real gold foil (Kirihaku) is hand-applied. Today, less than 100 true Nishijin masters remain. This is not produced anymore - what you hold is history.--- WHY THIS PIECE IS EXCEPTIONAL ---This is 1970s Deadstock - Unused, never displayed, kept in a private collection in Japan for 50 years.
1. REAL GOLD FOIL: The shimmering clouds are not printed. They are real gold leaf foil, hand-cut and woven into pure silk. In different light, the gold mist moves.
2. KASUMI PATTERN: The abstract "Kasumi" (mist) pattern is the most poetic motif in Nishijin - representing clouds over Kyoto mountains. The color shifts from gold, to sand beige, to deep bronze.
3. MUSEUM QUALITY SILK: 100% pure silk, with the signature crisp, heavy hand-feel only Nishijin has. No synthetic can copy this drape.--- DETAILS & DIMENSIONS ---- Origin: Kyoto, Japan - Authentic Nishijin-ori
- Age: 1970s Vintage Deadstock, Unused
- Material: 100% Pure Silk with Real Gold Foil Kirihaku
- Pattern: Abstract Kasumi / Cloud Mist
- Size: 30cm W x 430cm L (11.8" x 169") - Extra Long
- Display: Folded 215cm (7ft) long, gives perfect 25cm (10") overhang each side on a standard 5-6ft dining table.
- Condition: New without tags - As deadstock. No stains, no odors, perfect. Stored with care.
- SKU: No.001-Katy-GoldKasumi-30x430cm--- HOW TO USE THIS HEIRLOOM ---This is designed for those who collect, not just decorate. Use as:
- Luxury Japandi / Wabi-Sabi dining table runner
- Wall tapestry or altar cloth for tea ceremony
- One-of-a-kind heirloom to pass downOne of a kind. Once sold, never found again. Ships with care from Katy, TX.Vintage deadstock from 1970s, unused, no tags as is. Stored carefully, no stains or odors, perfect condition.
