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Formal gift cover fukusa
Japan
Satin, silk crepe

Donated by W B Sutherland through The Art Fund, 1949
Museum number 1977-692

This textile covered a gift that had been placed on a wooden or lacquered tray during an elaborate, formal presentation. The cover was commissioned by the family presenting the gift and would become a valued family heirloom.

Formal gift cover, 'fukusa'
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