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Both Pages Nimai Gata

It is very rare to have both pages of a Nimai Gata pattern as is the case here. Tie bars are used to give integrity to the tool in printing and then these supports are erased in the application of the second page. Additional details are added with the second pattern.

Small 'Meiji' Size — Typical dimensions of small 'Meiji' type are 7.75” x 13.5” or 8.75” x 13.5”

Allover Composition — an allover stencil format, like stripes or check, are so densely patterned that they define the entire field.

Tie Bars Reinforcement — this stencil is reinforced with tie bars carved into the paper. The tie bars disappear in printing when a second stencil is used to erase the structures.

Subject — nimai gata, textile

Keywords — graphic line, knit, maple leaves, meiji, rich textures, tie bars, weave