Antique Meji Period Woodblock Print with Figures in Traditional Costume: C19th Japan tree of life embroidery Dating from the late 18th

Dating from the late 18th century - early 19th century this embroidery is a highly detailed needlework panel (needle painting) utilizing metallic and colored threads to replicate late-medieval ecclesiastical textiles

The brocade is interwoven with silver motifs arabesques and borders

When the Second World War made it impossible for the sisters to import glazes for their pottery

From Western Asia comes this beautiful womans' hand loomed silk check coat or Chapan

With decoration inspired by that of Ancient Greece and Rome

Antique Meji Period Woodblock Print with Figures in Traditional Costume: C19th Japan tree of life embroidery Dating from the late 18thItem Details. Dating from the late Meji (1868 1910) period this wonderfully detailed handmade woodblock print. With fine detailing and embossed patterned areas to give texture and add interest. Depicting two male figures of importance surrounded by serving woman offering food and adding interest to the scene. They seem to be on a terrace or balcony overlooking the sea with mountains in the background, the top of the print has patterned blinds