VINTAGE JAPANESE YANAGAWA SAGEMON TEMARI SILK HANGING ORNAMENT - PASTEL PINK, PURPLE & ROSE MOTIF DOLL FESTIVAL (HINAMATSURI)
An authentic piece of traditional Japanese folk textile art: a beautifully hand-embroidered Temari hanging ornament known as "Sagemon" (さげもん), originating from the historic canal city of Yanagawa in Fukuoka Prefecture, Kyushu, Japan. Crafted with rich silk threads in soft pastel pink, lavender purple, sage green, orange, and metallic gold accents, this hanging decoration features a geometric rose-like floral Temari ball paired with traditional red-and-white (Kouhaku) lower tassels. Traditionally displayed during Hinamatsuri (Girls' Day / Doll Festival) to wish for happiness, good health, and family prosperity.
[THE CULTURAL HERITAGE & SYMBOLISM OF YANAGAWA SAGEMON]"Sagemon" is a revered folk craft of Yanagawa dating back to the late Edo period. Local mothers and grandmothers hand-sew colorful Temari balls and lucky cloth charms, hanging them beside Hinamatsuri doll displays to celebrate a newborn daughter's first festival.
- Symbolism of Temari (毬): The round shape of the Temari ball represents a peaceful, smooth, and harmonious life ("Enman"). The geometric concentric flower patterns hand-wound with silk threads represent beauty, grace, and maternal affection.- Red & White Tassels (紅白): The long lower tassels in red and white symbolize celebration, joy, and longevity, creating an elegant movement when suspended.
[SPECIFICATIONS & MEASUREMENTS]- Origin: Yanagawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan- Primary Materials: Silk Thread, Metallic Thread, Cotton Core, Cordage, Tassels- Total Weight: Approx. 170 g (0.37 lbs)
- Dimensions: * Total Length (Top Hanging Loop to Bottom Tassel Tip): Approx. 75.0 cm / 29.5 in * Temari Ball Diameter: Approx. 13.0 cm / 5.1 in
[CONDITION & VINTAGE CHARACTERISTICS]This is an authentic pre-owned vintage item with genuine historical character.- Displays gentle signs of age, including soft surface color fading, minor thread fuzziness or light fraying, subtle aging on the cordage, and small age-related marks.- Retains a mild, natural vintage textile storage scent typical of authentic aged Japanese fabric goods.- Structurally intact and complete with top loop, decorative knot, and lower tassels ready for display.- Please inspect all high-resolution photos carefully to assess exact condition before purchasing.
[RECOMMENDED USES]- Authentic Japanese interior accent for living rooms, bedrooms, entryways, windows, or alcoves (Tokonoma).- Festive decorative hanging for Hinamatsuri (Girls' Day), Asian folk art collections, or boho textile home displays.- Meaningful heirloom gift representing eternal happiness, peace, and good luck.
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