Futon cover of phoenix flying down to paulownia tree
A beautiful composed and executed design, the phoenix is drawn with good detail in soft tan, dark red, light red, gray, and light indigo colors that have faded to lustrous softness.  See detail below.  The significance of this design is discussed on our Japanese Design Motifs page.
Dimensions about 48" x 55" in four panels, on sturdy cloth with dark indigo ground.
 


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