{"product_id":"antique-japanese-boro-textile-late-19th-early-20th-century","title":"Antique Japanese Boro Textile, Late 19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique Japanese \u003cem\u003eboro\u003c\/em\u003e textile dating from the late 19th century, broadly from the first half of Meiji period (1868–1912). \u003cem\u003eBoro\u003c\/em\u003e refers to utilitarian textiles that were repeatedly patched, repaired and reinforced over many years, creating the layered surface, irregularity and distinctive character associated with these textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistoric Japanese textile fragments, predominantly indigo-dyed cotton, with contrasting woven patterns and extensive hand stitching and patching. The varied fabrics, repairs and layers create a richly textured surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eApprox Size: \u003c\/b\u003e160 x 123cm \/ 63 x 48.4\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight: \u003c\/b\u003e1.4kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Antique Character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistoric and naturally worn, with extensive patching, hand stitching, fading, frayed edges, surface wear and areas of loss consistent with the age and original utilitarian use of \u003cem\u003eboro\u003c\/em\u003e textiles. Each repair and variation forms part of its antique character. This piece also has colour damage, particularly on one side, in the form of visible darker, duller stains. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe garment has been rinsed through with cold water but it has not been given a deep wash since we acquired from the previous owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003ePlease examine all high-resolution photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the condition description. Colours may vary slightly in person depending on your screen settings and home lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mono Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58908273148288,"sku":null,"price":1850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/6825\/1264\/files\/DSC08214.jpg?v=1789423565","url":"https:\/\/monoantiques.com\/products\/antique-japanese-boro-textile-late-19th-early-20th-century","provider":"Mono Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}