Vintage Kikisui Muslin Fabric Sample Book Japan, 1937 (Shōwa) Mudder this compact bellows directed air

this compact bellows directed air precisely onto hibachi and hearth coals

Each piece reflects the artist’s subtle approach to form and color

7 1/4" diameter

The Funagata Bag by Kazumi Takigawa is inspired by the simple form of a paper bag

Made in Tajima Masayoshi's studio in Hachioji

Vintage Kikisui Muslin Fabric Sample Book Japan, 1937 (Shōwa) Mudder this compact bellows directed airA rare 1937 Japanese color sample booklet featuring mounted swatches for textile dyeing. The fold out format displays a wide range of hues on cloth, originally used by makers and merchants for selecting fabric colors. A beautifully printed cover and intact swatches make this an appealing reference for collectors, designers, and anyone interested in historical color and textile production. Condition: Light foxing, edge wear, and minor handling marks