Tsurumaru Crane Crest ~Love~

Size

about 14cm x about 18cm x about 2cm

Materials

wooden frame, cotton linen canvas (under-layer), pure ro silk (outside-layer)

About this canvas

Crane circle family crest is printed on beautiful gauze silk. Gauze weaving creates amazing shades on this charming small canvas.

Period/Story

This canvas is upcycled from late Showa (1980ies) period naga-juban (under-kimono).

Explanation and meaning of pattern and colors

The Tsurumaru crest is the sacred crest of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine in Kamakura. The origin of the crest is said to be the release of 1,000 cranes by shogun Minamoto-no-Yoritomo in celebration of his unification of Japan. 

As the saying goes, "A crane lives for a thousand years, a tortoise for ten thousand years," and the crane, a symbol of longevity, spreads its wings in this rounded crest. Some samurai families used the crane crest as their family crest to signify prosperity of the family, and it was famously used by the Mori family, including Ranmaru Mori, who served to famous Nobunaga Oda.

Description of fabric characteristics

The transparency of "ro" - gauze silk, creates a very beautiful nuance of light and shadow. Used for summer kimonos and obis, "ro" is a weave with a characteristic open texture that looks like horizontal stripes. This kimono was dyed in black and tailored with a crest, so it was worn as formal summer attire.

Decoration Advice

The canvas can be displayed on a table, wall, etc. You will need tacks or nails to hang it on the wall. Because it is light, you can hang it with two ordinary thumbtacks. You can also lean it against an easel. Perfect for redecorating your room, as a housewarming gift, as a present, or as a souvenir for your loved ones! The product will be carefully wrapped and sent, so it can be used as a gift on the go.

Precaution

All the works are made from real kimonos, antiques and vintages. For this reason, the fabric may have traces of long-term use and minor fabric damages. - In case there are any scratches or stains, we always add a photo of the area on the item page, so please check before purchasing. Regarding precaution, cancellation and refund policy, please refer to the refund policy in the footer section of the site for information.