Antique Japanese Katagami Kimono Paper Stencil Matsukawabishi Pine Bark 4Y664 straight line Four calligraphed characters can be

Four calligraphed characters can be seen above the dragon

This item is a Japanese shikishi art board

This is a set of two Japanese vintage lacquered wooden five-tier lunch boxes (Jubako)

Lacquer has come off on some parts

tea whisk (Chasen): 6 cm wide x 11

Antique Japanese Katagami Kimono Paper Stencil Matsukawabishi Pine Bark 4Y664 straight line Four calligraphed characters can beAntique Japanese Katagami Kimono Stencil Japanese Katagami is a stencil pattern for dyeing textiles used for printing designs and patterns on kimono and other fabric items. Using traditional mulberry paper, this katagami stencil with no silk mesh backing features a bold, traditional matsukawabishi pattern. This pattern is said to resemble the scales of pine tree bark. It is a very old pattern and symbolizes longevity. This antique Katagami was