{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-shosoin-mandala-cotton-neckerchief","title":"Vintage Japanese Shōsōin Mandala Cotton Neckerchief","description":"\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis one is absolutely beautiful. A vintage Japanese \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShōsōin-pattern neckerchief\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with an extraordinarily detailed symmetrical design in rich teal, moss green, navy, soft lilac and touches of ochre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe design is arranged around four large circular medallions, each filled with wonderfully intricate figures, animals and scrolling botanical motifs. Smaller medallions sit at each corner, while a densely patterned floral border frames the entire scarf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe intricate design takes its inspiration from the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ehistoric Shōsōin textile patterns of Nara, Japan, known for their elaborate symmetrical medallions, florals and animal motifs.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The Shōsōin is an extraordinary 8th-century imperial treasure house associated with the Tōdai-ji temple, preserving historic textiles and decorative arts that reflect influences reaching Japan along the ancient Silk Road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMade from \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e100% cotton\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, it has a lightweight finish that folds and drapes beautifully as a neckerchief. The original Japanese label remains attached and reads \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e正倉院 (Shōsōin)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e綿100%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, confirming 100% cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eOriginally produced as a square handkerchief, it is the perfect size to wear as a neckerchief, tied in the hair or around the handle of a favourite handbag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIn lovely vintage condition with minor signs of previous storage consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePayment:\u003c\/b\u003e Payflex available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Swag Disclaimer:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a vintage\/pre-loved item and may show minor signs of previous wear consistent with its age. These are part of the charm of buying vintage. More photographs are available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Swag SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51481727926436,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/2363\/2292\/files\/IMG_3461-Photoroom.jpg?v=1789662782","url":"https:\/\/vintageswag.co.za\/products\/vintage-japanese-shosoin-mandala-cotton-neckerchief","provider":"Vintage Swag SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}