Description
This is a beautiful Japanese piece with an exquisite hand-embroidered tapestry that was purchased by an American couple who framed it during Christmas 1979 in Charlotte, NC.
The scene depicts a traditional scene of butterfly approaching a blooming flower that is surrounded by green leaves and stems. The piece has lush reds, pinks, greens, whites and golds embroidered onto a creamy gold background.
Surrounding the embroidery work is a beautiful purple and yellow embroidered tape with a floral design. Outside of that, is another silk fabric with a geometric embroidered pattern. The entire tapestry is framed in a simple black and gold wood frame, with glass to protect the work.
The North Carolina couple framed the tapestry in December 1979 at a "Frame-It-Yourself" shop in Charlotte, NC as seen by the sticker on the back.
The frame measures 11" Tall x 12.25" Wide x 1.125" Deep. It weighs 1 pound 5.3 ounces or 21.31 ounces or 603 grams.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: This lovely piece is in Very Good preloved condition. The tapestry is in excellent condition with no significant imperfections. The frame has a very few minor scuffs and scratches as typical of the age and normal use. The paper backing has two small tears on the back of the frame.
Origin:
Japan
Materials & Techniques:
Glass, Silk, Wood
Details:
Country of Origin: Japan
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
The scene depicts a traditional scene of butterfly approaching a blooming flower that is surrounded by green leaves and stems. The piece has lush reds, pinks, greens, whites and golds embroidered onto a creamy gold background.
Surrounding the embroidery work is a beautiful purple and yellow embroidered tape with a floral design. Outside of that, is another silk fabric with a geometric embroidered pattern. The entire tapestry is framed in a simple black and gold wood frame, with glass to protect the work.
The North Carolina couple framed the tapestry in December 1979 at a "Frame-It-Yourself" shop in Charlotte, NC as seen by the sticker on the back.
The frame measures 11" Tall x 12.25" Wide x 1.125" Deep. It weighs 1 pound 5.3 ounces or 21.31 ounces or 603 grams.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: This lovely piece is in Very Good preloved condition. The tapestry is in excellent condition with no significant imperfections. The frame has a very few minor scuffs and scratches as typical of the age and normal use. The paper backing has two small tears on the back of the frame.
Origin:
Japan
Materials & Techniques:
Glass, Silk, Wood
Details:
Country of Origin: Japan
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; This lovely piece is in Very Good preloved condition. The tapestry is in excellent condition with no significant imperfections. The frame has a very few minor scuffs and scratches as typical of the age and normal use. The paper backing has two small tears on the back of the frame.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
11 x 12.12 x 1.12 in
Vintage Japanese Framed Silk Embroidered Panel With a Floating Butterfly Approaching a Flower Surrou
Estimate $110-$490
Starting Price
$55
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Cloisonne & Curiosities
Sep 4, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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