Page from Book of Okinawan Textiles: "Pub. no. 12; 13; Shuli [refers to Shuri?] Okinawa Main I., Silk, Old Textile Used by Royal Family"
19th-20th century
Dimensions
H. 50.2 x W. 31.1 cm (19 3/4 x 12 1/4 in.)
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