Large Sashiko Furoshiki

It's a bit hard to date this wonderful  furoshiki wrapping cloth because it's in such beautiful, unused condition so  I'm just going to say  mid -20th century.  Furoshiki were  used  as an everyday item in Japan  up until around the 1970's. The stitches are quite small and  have a distinctive character.  It's made from  four panels of  very dark indigo - nearly black - cotton with handstitched seams. The floral motif is a kikyu  bellflower.  I'm not sure what the pattern in the alternate corners is.  It measures 130cm x 134cm.  It's  still usable for it's original purpose of carrying things but also makes attractive storage or an impressive table cloth. 

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