1937 Japanese Woodblock Print – Illustrated Encyclopedia of Japanese Sweets by Terada Kazuo - 1 bicycle cape resulting in rich and unexpected

resulting in rich and unexpected color combinations

Because each piece is dyed by hand

it now serves as a compelling example of Japanese mending culture and the beauty of functional textiles

Shown here with the Mare Cotton Knit Cardigan

1937 Japanese Woodblock Print – Illustrated Encyclopedia of Japanese Sweets by Terada Kazuo - 1 bicycle cape resulting in rich and unexpectedOriginal color woodblock print from the 1937 Illustrated Encyclopedia of Japanese Sweets (Kokka Zukan) by Terada Kazuo. This distinctive plate illustrates an assortment of Western style pastries presented on a decorative lace doily, with each confection numbered and attributed to a noted confectioner. Printed using traditional woodblock techniques, it reflects the growing influence of European pastry in prewar Japan and is both an important culinary