Stunning Oriental cushion pair in green silk with gold velvet reverse. Flying cranes in white silk and hints of orange and red silk floral embroidery. Repurposed wedding kimono vintage textile.
* 41cm x 41cm / 16" x 16" approx. * Limited edition of 1 * Fully lined inside * Concealed zip at base * Lovely striated designer gold velvet reverse
These amazing vintage textiles are upcycled from a vintage Uchikake wedding kimono dating from the Mid-Showa period (over 40 years old).
Cranes (Tsuru) believed to live for a thousand years and inhabit the land of the immortals. Symbolise longevity and good fortune. A pair represent a happy marriage. You will receive a FREE Hunted and Stuffed guide to symbols in Japanese textiles with your order.
The pillows are strengthened and protected inside by a cotton lining, each cushion is fully over-locked and sewn with a concealed zip at the base for easy removal. Luxurious subtly striped gold velvet is used on the reverse to compliment the vintage silks.
Each cushion is hand made in the UK and comes with it's own foiled tag that details the date and origin of each beautiful textile.
