Japanese Antique Nobori Banner Empress Jingu Samurai Horse Cotton 360cm Boro

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■ Description

Item Details

This is a long antique Japanese "Nobori" Banner, historically flown outdoors during the Boys' Day (Tango no Sekku) festival.

• Subject: The hand-painted artwork likely depicts the legendary Empress Jingu (a female warrior in armor) and her loyal minister Takenouchi no Sukune, riding a black horse. This is a classic motif symbolizing courage and protection.

• Family Crest: The upper section features the "Katabami" (Wood Sorrel) family crest (Kamon), a symbol of resilience and prosperity.

• Material: Cotton.

• Style: "Boro". The fabric exhibits significant signs of age, weathering, and historical repairs, highly valued by textile collectors for its rustic aesthetic.

• Usage: Due to its length ($360 ext{ cm}$), it is impactful as a wall hanging in large spaces or as authentic material for textile art.

Size

• Length: approx. $360 ext{ cm} / 141.7 ext{ in}$ (approx. $11.8 ext{ ft}$)

• Width: approx. $42 ext{ cm} / 16.5 ext{ in}$

Condition

Condition: Antique / Heavily Worn (Boro Style)

• Fabric: There are holes, tears, and heavy fraying throughout. Notable damage includes missing sections and worn edges.

• Repairs: Features vintage patchwork repairs where different fabrics have been stitched over damaged areas, adding to the "Boro" character.

• Surface: Visible stains, discoloration, and fading due to age and outdoor use.

• Tabs: The hanging tabs are present but worn.

• Note: This item is sold as a historical textile specimen with heavy wear. Please review the photos carefully.