Japanese Shifuku — Geometric Pattern Textile Pouch
A distinctive Japanese shifuku, a traditional drawstring pouch used to protect and present treasured tea utensils.
This piece features a richly patterned textile in warm terracotta orange, muted blue-gray, and soft green. Its repeating geometric composition gives the fabric a rhythmic, almost architectural quality.
A vivid orange braided cord completes the design, adding a striking contrast to the subdued tones of the woven surface.
Traditionally associated with the Japanese tea ceremony, shifuku are carefully constructed textile coverings that reflect an appreciation for both the object they protect and the fabric itself.
Beyond its original purpose, this piece can be appreciated as a small textile art object, displayed on a shelf or alongside ceramics and other collected objects.
DETAILS
Origin: Japan
Object: Shifuku (Traditional Japanese Tea Utensil Pouch)
Pattern: Multicolored geometric design
Material: Textile; exact fiber composition unconfirmed
Closure: Braided drawstring
Quantity: One piece
DIMENSIONS
Maximum Width: Approx. 12 cm (4.7 in)
Height: Approx. 10 cm (3.9 in), excluding drawstring
Base: Approx. 7 cm (2.8 in)
Measurements are approximate.
CONDITION
Pre-owned textile item.
Please examine the photographs carefully for the condition of the fabric, stitching, and drawstring.
PLEASE NOTE
The exact age, textile composition, and original intended tea utensil have not been verified.
No tea utensil is included.
Carefully packed for international shipping.
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