Sutra wrapper (chitsu) from the temple Jingoji in Kyoto with fittings in butterfly shape and temple seal on reverse
CultureJapanese
Date1100-1149
MediumSlender split black bamboo strips interwoven with dyed silk threads atop mica flecks, surrounded by a border of orange ground silk brocade with gilt copper alloy fittings and green silk twill weave lining
DimensionsOverall: 12 3/8 × 17 5/8 inches (31.43 × 44.77 cm)
Credit LineGift of John M. Crawford Jr.
Object number69-29/1
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DescriptionSplit bamboo (darkened) alternating with 9 separate bands of cloth embroidered with geometric designs (blue, green, gold, red, black, white) over the bamboo. Bound in brocade, faded red with polychrome floral decoration, with 2 gilt copper corner braces, and clasp in form of stylized butterflies attached to worn, faded streamers.
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