Antique 19th 20th C. Japanese Kinran Brocade Buddhist Temple Banner Phoenix Iron but the piece remains in

but the piece remains in solid antique condition with a rich iron patina characteristic of historical Kyoto Kinko work

There are slight scratches and stains due to age and handling

Width: 13 cm / 5

15 lbs (A very solid

Impressive large-scale decorative textile

Antique 19th 20th C. Japanese Kinran Brocade Buddhist Temple Banner Phoenix Iron but the piece remains inAntique 19 20th C. Japanese Kinran Brocade Temple Banner Phoenix BRKW174 This is an antique Japanese Buddhist textile, estimated to date from the 19th century (Edo to Meiji period). The presence of sewn cloth loops on the reverse lining indicates it was used as a suspended temple banner or a decorative pillar covering. The front features Kinran (gold brocade) fabric in a red orange tone, woven with traditional phoenix (Houou) and floral scrolling