Late 19th Century Japanese Indigo Dyed Shishimai Cloth (6) Ceiling Lights revealing a gorgeous Burmese hardwood

revealing a gorgeous Burmese hardwood underneath

looking up to the women on the balcony

it becomes an exquisite addition to your home

The dimensions are as follows: H: 27

The handles and hinges are crafted from original ironwork

Late 19th Century Japanese Indigo Dyed Shishimai Cloth (6) Ceiling Lights revealing a gorgeous Burmese hardwoodOriginating in the Yamagata Prefecture, this fragment of Shishi maku cloth dates to the late Edo period. This indigo dyed fabric is hand woven using hemp, and showcases intricate tsutsugaki resist patterns. Originally, this beautiful textile would have been used in a traditional Japanese folk performance known as Shishimai (lion dance). It is believed that this dance wards off evil spirits and acts as a form of prayer for prosperity. The evidence of