Flutter in The Violet Hour 50x30cm
Woven in Japan with gold metallic thread, this cushion began life as a vintage silk Obi - the ceremonial sash worn with a Kimono.
It's been carefully rebuilt into a piece your home can live with, where the light catches the brocade differently by the hour.
The motifs are butterfly and chrysanthemum - for centuries it has stood for transformation and longevity.
This is a one-of-a-kind piece. Once it's gone, this exact pattern won't be repeated.
Specifications
Because each Obi is a vintage, one-of-a-kind piece, we're generally unable to accept returns. But we are always here if you have questions before you buy.
If something arrives that genuinely doesn't match the images and/or description, please reach out and we'll make it right.
More information can be found on our Return Policy page.
What does the motif mean?
In Japanese culture the butterfly represents transformation and the soul, tied to its own journey from cocoon to flight.
It's also associated with young womanhood, joy, and the fleeting, precious nature of beauty.