Koinobori Karasu Wool Silk Shawl 135 Colour:Blue myth and history in exquisite

myth and history in exquisite hand-drawn illustrations printed on silk and cashmere scarves

This design features pheasants and hares surrounded by ornate mosaic details

juxtaposed with real architecture from Medici Florence and its surroundings

The stiffened stand collar frames the neckline

while the noble dove brings news

Koinobori Karasu Wool Silk Shawl 135 Colour:Blue myth and history in exquisiteThis design references many elements of the arts and culture of Edo period Japan. It features a folkloric Karasu (jungle crow) diving into the tempestuous Hokusai inspired waves towards the lower left corner of the design. The bird clutches a golden lacquered samurai sword and has become entangled in strings of koinobori (hand painted, fish shaped flags), skeletons and a lobster which trail chaotically in its wake. The tip of Mount Fuji can just be