This listing is for a decorative image taken from a vintage Japanese katagami stencil, suitable for framing.  It is not part of the original stencil - it is a copied image, machine-cut, on thick art paper. See below for how these traditional stencils were designed, cut by hand and used to pattern Japanese textiles.

This is a butterfly crest (cho-mon), a graceful motif symbolizing transformation, rebirth, and the fleeting beauty of life, often associated with aristocratic and warrior families such as the Taira clan. In Japanese culture the butterfly also represents joy and the soul, giving the crest a poetic balance of elegance and quiet strength.

Your purchase includes only a sheet of the katagami art and a contrasting piece of cardstock to place behind it. You can choose black or white and 8" x 8" square or 8"x 10".

Photos show examples of how a carefully chosen piece of kimono fabric placed behind the crest adds depth, texture, and cultural resonance, allowing the colors and patterns of the textile to animate the design and transform into a layered work of art. 
The last photos give suggestions for framing. 

8" x 10" or 8" x 8", machine-cut on 90lb art paper. Available in black or white.