Tsutsugaki Futon Cover - Polychrome Phoenix and Waves indigo This piece’s panels are hand

This piece’s panels are hand stitched together and the corners have been reinforced with sashiko

Traditional wrapping cloth decorated with tsutsugaki

Dimensions: 48" wide

Early 1900's

According to Buddhist mythology

Tsutsugaki Futon Cover - Polychrome Phoenix and Waves indigo This piece’s panels are handAntique indigo cotton futon cover with bold polychrome tsutsugaki drawings. This four panel cover depicts a vibrant phoenix flying near a paulownia tree with ocean waves flanking its base. According to Buddhist mythology, the Phoenix represents wisdom & energy. Buddha was deep in meditation when the Phoenix appeared and blessed him with these sustaining qualities. It is also said that the Phoenix's ample wing spread protected him from the assaults of