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Katazome Maekake, Indigo Shop Apron for Sake Store
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Pre 1990 item# 759191 (stock# LE-7)
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WaSabiDou Antiques and Folk Crafts
206.660.4189
$65.00
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Indigo-dyed heavy cotton shop Apron, for a Sake purveyor, central logo reads “Cha” (Tea, the common name of drinking establishments in old Japan was “Cha-ya,” or “Tea House.” Stencil-dyed on both sides with shop name and address, braided cotton waist tie. All lines read right to left, and top to bottom, in the old pre-WWII style. Unsure on actual readings, but meanings are clear. Top line : “Okagura” (Sacred Offering Dance Before the Gods,) right side: “Mei Shu” (Famous brand,) left side: “Mei S ...click for details
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