Meibutsu Sho-ha Kururi Donsu Dashibukusa

Meibutsu Sho-ha Kururi Donsu | 名物紹巴くるり緞子 This textile is one of the celebrated meibutsugire (famous historic textiles). It features an all-over design of isshobō mon(clustered floral motif), derived from hōsōge—an ornate floral pattern of Indian origin. Its design closely resembles that of the gururi-donsu (Gururi damask), another type of meibutsugire. The term gururirefers to the inner border or middle mounting panel used in Japanese mounting (hyōgu) techniques for scrolls and framed works. Product No. 454 Material: Finest Quality 100% Silk Textile: Traditional Nishijin-ori (Kyoto Brocade) Construction: Hand-sewn Size: Dashibukusa: Approx. 27.5 × 28.5 cm (10.83 × 11.22 inches 茶の裂地名鑑 P76 Kitamura Tokusai is Japan’s only specialized maker of fukusa (ceremonial silk cloths) for tea ceremony. Established in 1712 (Shōtoku 2) in Kyoto’s Nishijin district, the workshop has been producing fine tea utensils for over 300 years, preserving the elegance and spirit of traditional craftsmanship. Features of Kitamura’s Kobukusa ■ Carefully Selected Fabrics Made from traditional textiles such as Nishijin-ori, each piece showcases refined patterns and graceful colors appropriate for the tea room. ■ Beautiful Craftsmanship Each kobukusa is carefully hand-sewn with great attention to detail, offering both ease of use and aesthetic elegance.