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Vintage Japanese Woven Cotton Drawstring Backpack
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A beautifully worn vintage Japanese drawstring backpack (shoinbukuro) crafted from handwoven brown cotton with an all-over floral woven pattern. The soft, slouchy body is paired with sturdy herringbone cotton shoulder straps and a hand-braided drawstring closure.
The interior is lined with striped and floral cotton fabrics and features hand-stitched reinforcement patches that speak to the Japanese tradition of repairing and extending the life of everyday textiles. Rich patina, fading, and visible mending add character while preserving the bag's original function.
Wear, fading, repairs, tears, and irregularities are consistent with age and are part of the bag's history and charm.
c. 1920s-1940s
