Stylized Pine Clusters over Bands Like Tree Trunks

Small 'Edo' Size — Typical dimensions of the small 'Edo' type are 5.5” x 13.75”

Reversing Ground Composition — in a reversing ground stencil the pattern is composed from fields of opposite technique; light forms are carved into dark field which is then mirrored by dark forms suspended in light field. Often the two elements make a large overall pattern like a diagonal stripe.

Silk Reinforcement — this stencil is reinforced with silk threads woven specifically to this pattern inserted between two sheets of carved paper.

Subject — flora

Keywords — Art Nouveau, bamboo, edo, graphic line, pine, reversing, rich textures, silk