Boro Futon - Zanshi, or Remaindered ThreadsCotton boro zanshi futon cover Zanshi weaving (zanshi orimono) is a Japanese word which means vestige, or leftover. Broken warp threads, left over bobbins and thrums would be tied together to make a continuous length that could then be woven to make a new fabric. These textiles were usually woven by people who had very little to call their own. Silk and cotton threads that could be spun and sold provided income for the household. A fine example with

The geometry of patches and hues of variegated  indigo cottons are beautiful

Dimensions: 47"w x 52"l

Rustic piecework komebukuro with indigo katazome on hemp

We mostly see boro futon and work jackets - this textile is a fantastic example of the beauty of unintended art and a rather rare example of a boro textile

climbing vine and foliage on a botanical indigo background

Dimensions: 13 x 41"

reinforced or replaced

It is in practically unused condition and would be perfectly suitable for a small area rug or a decorative coverall for a bed

It is also said that the Phoenix's ample wing spread protected him from the assaults of evil spirits during his reflection time

repaired and weathered

and gallerist

Early 1900'sDimensions: Length: 66"