Created from many pieces of well-used cotton cloth, this Japanese vintage boro patchwork textile is a beautiful example of generations of careful mending.
　
Indigo-dyed fabrics, stripes, checks, kasuri, and patterned cotton have been thoughtfully pieced together, creating a balanced composition rich in texture and subtle variations of blue. A small purple patch adds a distinctive accent to the overall design.
　
Hand-stitched sashiko reinforces the layers, while areas of wear, fading, frayed edges, and old repairs reflect the long life of the textile and the care with which it was preserved.
　
Its rich variety of fabrics, visible history, and quiet beauty embody the spirit of Japanese folk textiles and the tradition of valuing every piece of cloth.
　
Measures : 152cm(59.8in) x 74cm(29.1in