Mulberry paper (kozo washi) treated with fermented persimmon tannin (kakishibu)
Type:
textile designs
Katagami
Object Name:
Katagami
Made in:
Japan
Date:
mid 18th - early 19th century
Catalogue Status:
Research in Progress
Description:
Interlaced circles, also known as "seven circles" (shippo) is accompanied with blossoms. This motif refers to the seven treasures of Buddhism: gold, silver, lapis lazuli, crystal, agate, red pearl, and carnelian. These represent faith, perseverance, humility, doing no wrong, mindfulness, concentration, and wisdom.