Title
- Komon 小紋. Animal pattern (dōbutsu monyō 動物文様), plant pattern (shokubutsu monyō 植物文様): flying cranes (tobitsuru 飛鶴), wakamatsu 若松 (young pine trees) and flowers
Collection
Period | Style | School
Material | Technique
Inventory number
- KI 23508-10
Acquisition
- donation , 1977-06-08
Department
- Asia Collection
Description
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"Dyed ground" (jizomari 地染).
The crane (tsuru 鶴) is considered a being that “connects heaven and earth” because its call is high and can be heard far into the sky. Since most cranes remain monogamous for life, they symbolize eternal love and loyalty. The crane motif is auspicious and represents longevity and marital harmony. It is often used for celebratory occasions and is especially common on wedding attire.
The pattern of evergreen pine trees that withstand the severe winter cold is auspicious and a symbol of both longevity and sobriety, as well as the prosperity of the descendants.
Stencils for komon 小 紋 ("fine pattern") are mostly made in the drill cutting
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stencil (katagami 型紙), Komon 小紋. Animal pattern (dōbutsu monyō 動物文様), plant pattern (shokubutsu monyō 植物文様): flying cranes (tobitsuru 飛鶴), wakamatsu 若松 (young pine trees) and flowers, Anonym, MAK Inv.nr. KI 23508-10
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Last update
- 19.03.2026
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