Japanese Buddhist Altar Silk Tablecloth Uchishiki Vtg Triangle Blue Gold BA96 Hina Doll Chip on the blade

Chip on the blade

Historically

The second picture shows an old lady sitting on a chair with a young girl standing at her side

7 cm long x 6

Packed weight: 1300 grams

Japanese Buddhist Altar Silk Tablecloth Uchishiki Vtg Triangle Blue Gold BA96 Hina Doll Chip on the bladeJapanese Uchishiki Embroidered Buddhist Altar Tablecloth This is a vintage Japanese Buddhist altar tablecloth, or uchishiki. Made of silk, the top band and backside have a white floral and dragon design. The main part has deep blue background with striking gold embroidered chrysanthemums (kiku) and paulownia flowers (kiri), two very prominent symbols of longevity and good luck respectively. Uchishiki is mainly used by followers of Jodo Shinshu