Handmade / Antique Japanese Pure Silk Blue & Orange Geometric Floral Woven Scarf Shawl

No. 313 *Transforming into Spring Mud to Nurture Flowers* "Fallen blossoms are not unfeeling things, they transform into spring mud to nurture flowers." — Qing Dynasty, Gong Zizhen [Miscellaneous Poems of Jihai, No. 5] ★ Dimensions: Approximately 198cm long, 34.5cm wide ★ Material: Antique Japanese silk Kyo-tsumugi ★ Suitable Seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn ★ Features: A truly unique, handcrafted creation. The meticulous process is time-consuming, but allows for careful consideration of the fabric's inherent patterns. By selecting only a few warp or weft threads to secure the fabric and concealing stitches, the piece maintains its form without compromising its overall integrity. Both sides are presented flawlessly, avoiding the visible seams of machine stitching. Each piece is adorned with a small, handcrafted bronze brand tag, individually polished and dyed for a distressed effect, along with a dedicated storage pouch. The item comes with gift packaging, making it an ideal present. ★ Please Note: Brooch not included. ★ Please Note: The fabric has a crisp feel and resists collapsing. ★ Design Concept This pure silk piece originates from two antique Japanese silk fabrics. Both are woven using traditional methods, interweaving warp and weft threads to create delicate patterns. One side features a blue background with geometric color blocks in green, orange, yellow, and white. The other side uses the same color elements, but is skillfully woven to depict patterns resembling flowers and green leaves. The ends of the scarf are embellished with handcrafted, polished red tiger's eye globe beads. Two rounded little bats perch in the corners of the ends, evoking the sentiment of Gong Zizhen's poem "Miscellaneous Poems of Jihai, No. 5": the falling blossoms are not scattered without reason, but transform into spring mud to nurture more new flowers. The entire piece is composed of silk. Ingeniously, though made of silk, it possesses a crisp character, allowing it to be worn with a refreshing feel and maintain its shape, unlike the typical softness of silk. It is perfectly suited for the cool, slightly breezy days of spring, summer, and autumn when one might prefer not to wear a jacket. With its exquisite texture, it effortlessly enhances a simple outfit of a plain white t-shirt and jeans, showcasing a unique style. ★ Care Instructions: Dry clean only. Store in the provided pouch when not in use.