Shibori

Shibori is a general term which encompasses a wide range of shape-resist dyeing techniques including tie-and-dye, binding, stitching, pleating and clamping, etc.  By using these techniques a fabric resists dye and creates surface patterns, some extremely intricate and innovative.
A Length of Two Process Shibori: Arashi and Stenciling

A Length of Two Process Shibori: Arashi and Stenciling

early twentieth century29" x 12 1/2", 73.5 cm x 31.5 cm T... (more)

A Generous Length of Itajime Dyed Cotton: Two Processes

A Generous Length of Itajime Dyed Cotton: Two Processes

early to mid twentieth century4 yards x 13", 3.65 m x 33 ... (more)

A Length of Stitched Shibori: Deep Indigo Tones

A Length of Stitched Shibori: Deep Indigo Tones

early to mid twentieth century38" x 13", 96.5 cm x 33 cmT... (more)

Two Finished Panels of Shirakage Shibori: White Shadow Work

Two Finished Panels of Shirakage Shibori: White Shadow Work

early twentieth century47" x 25 1/2", 119.5 cm x 65 cm Th... (more)

A Length of Northern Shibori: Rare Shikon or Gromwell Root Dyed Cotton

A Length of Northern Shibori: Rare Shikon or Gromwell Root Dyed Cotton

early twentieth century20" x 13", 51 cm x 33 cm This leng... (more)

A Length of Two Process Patterned Cotton: Shibori and Stencil Dyeing

A Length of Two Process Patterned Cotton: Shibori and Stencil Dyeing

early to mid twentieth century32" x 13 1/2", 81.5 cm x 34... (more)

A Length of Miura Shibori: Stenciled Pattern Over

A Length of Miura Shibori: Stenciled Pattern Over

mid twentieth century70" x 13 1/2", 178 cm x 34 cm This i... (more)

Three Narrow Lengths of Complex Shibori Cotton: Arimatsu

Three Narrow Lengths of Complex Shibori Cotton: Arimatsu

early twentieth centuryeach, approximately: 46" x 7", 117... (more)

A Sample of Fine Shibori Dyed Cotton: Sunrise Pattern

A Sample of Fine Shibori Dyed Cotton: Sunrise Pattern

mid twentieth century26 1/4" x 12", 66.5 cm x 30.5 cmThis... (more)

A Length of Double Arashi Shibori: Angel Wings in Indigo

A Length of Double Arashi Shibori: Angel Wings in Indigo

mid twentieth century59" x 13 1/2", 150 cm x 34 cm This i... (more)

A Wide Length of Shibori: Large Scale Dappled Miura

A Wide Length of Shibori: Large Scale Dappled Miura

mid twentieth century45" x 25 1/2", 114.5 cm x 64.5 cm Th... (more)

A Length of Miura Shibori: Spare Images

A Length of Miura Shibori: Spare Images

early to mid twentieth century44" x 12 1/2", 112 cm x 32 ... (more)

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