Description

An exquisite vintage Japanese silk embroidery (shishu) depicting a serene landscape featuring a snow-capped Mount Fuji in the distance. The composition is centered by a striking five-story pagoda and a traditional pavilion, both meticulously detailed with shimmering gold metallic threads that catch the light.

The artistry showcases a sophisticated monochromatic palette of silver, charcoal, and slate grey, creating a misty, atmospheric effect common in traditional "Sumi-e" style landscapes. The fine needlework utilizes varying stitch directions to create texture in the evergreen trees and the rugged mountain terrain. This piece is presented in its original paper mount, ready for custom framing.

• Medium: Silk and metallic thread on silk backing.

• Subject: Mount Fuji, Pagoda, and Mountain Landscape.

• Dimensions: H 16 in x L 22 in (Total size including mount).

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with vibrant thread work; minor age-related toning on the outer paper border (not affecting the artwork).

Keywords

Japanese embroidery, silk needlework, Shishu art, Mount Fuji, golden pagoda, metallic thread, vintage Asian art, textile landscape, Japanese architecture, 20th-century textile, handmade silk art, orientalist decor, framed silk embroidery, silver and gold thread art.