Description:

Meiji period Japanese silk embroidery, signed.

Finely embroidered crane motif in marshland scenery executed in silk on textile, signed with character mark and presented in its original decorative frame.

Material: Silk on textile, embroidery.
Dimensions: Visual size 46 × 57 cm, total size 60 × 67 cm.
Period: Meiji period, circa 1868–1912.
Condition: In excellent condition with age-related wear to the frame and light patina.

Bio:
Japanese decorative arts from the Meiji period are celebrated worldwide for their exceptional craftsmanship and refined aesthetic sensibility. Silk embroideries of this era were often created for both domestic appreciation and export, showcasing highly skilled needlework through detailed depictions of birds, flora, and landscapes. These works represent a fusion of traditional Japanese artistry and the expanding international decorative arts market of the late 19th century, making them highly collectible today.