We create our Japanique Tapestries by upcycling what we can when other sections of the garment are beyond repair or rescue. This listing is for a wall hanging tapestry made from a vintage obi belt.

A full garden in motion, this tapestry brings together lush peonies, scattered blossoms, and drifting maple leaves across a vibrant vermillion background. The design is created using stenciled dye techniques giving it a soft painterly quality with layered color and gentle transitions. Peonies symbolize prosperity and beauty, while maple leaves add a sense of seasonal change and fleeting moments, a classic pairing in Japanese design. The addition of small garden elements and pathways suggests a cultivated landscape. 

There are signs of age showing a couple small holes consistent with the textile's vintage origin, adding to its character and history, see last photo.

It comes ready to hang with a sturdy cardboard rod (formerly the cardboard core of a kimono fabric bolt) and cording - both easily removable and replaceable to suit your space. We included another rod at the bottom for added weight but can be removed.

Our Japanique Tapestries transform salvaged imagery from kimono, haori, or obi into striking displays that highlight the original artistry, including dye work, embroidery, hand painting, and woven patterns. These textiles preserve history while fitting beautifully into modern spaces. No two are alike, each one carries its own story, texture, and character.