Scattered Leaves and Elements

Scattered Leaves and Elements

The motif here is a gengiko; genjiko are markers in an aristocratic game of incense identification.

Large Size — Typical dimensions of the large type are 18.5" x 13.5"

Dark Ground Composition — in a dark ground stencil, the page is dark and lines and forms are cut away to appear light in the printing.

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

Subject — flora

Keywords — fawn spots, fern, ginkgo, graphic line, key, paisley, pine needles, rich textures, silk