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Furoshiki (Wrapping Cloth)

Meiji period (1868–1912), late 19th century
Wool, plain weave; resist dyed and stenciled (yûzenzome)
71.1 × 73.8 cm (28 × 29.1 in)

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In the collection of Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · as of July 2026

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