{"product_id":"artist-designed-tenugui-hand-towel-vase-2","title":"Artist-Designed Tenugui Hand Towel \/Vase #2","description":"\u003ch1\u003eINSTANTANÉS [Vase #2 ] \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTenugui has been used by Japanese people since ancient times. This is because of the convenience and many benefits this towel offers.\u003cbr\u003eIt can be used for wiping, hanging, wrapping…and many other purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2-3.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-113487\" src=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"515\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2-3.jpg 600w, https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2-3-400x401.jpg 400w, https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2-3-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2-3-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 515px) 100vw, 515px\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChusen dying is known for its use in hand towels and yukata. Here in Tokyo, Chusen is also recognized as a traditional industry, and even today, craftsmen still glue patterns onto the fabric by hand and dye the fabric by hand.\u003cbr\u003eThe most distinctive feature of  Chusen  is that the dye is poured over the layered fabric, so there are no two sides to the dyed fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eArtist-Designed Tenugui Hand Towel\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Jacques-Averna.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-113463\" src=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Jacques-Averna.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"550\" height=\"202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Jacques-Averna.jpg 550w, https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Jacques-Averna-400x147.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe “INSTANTANÉS” collection is a collaboration between Paris-based designer Jacques Averna and Marukyu Shoten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eINSTANTANÉS means “snapshot” in French \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstantanés\u003cbr\u003eInstantanés is a series of textile dyed with Chusen technique, and representing snapshots through drawings of objects in a fleeting moment: a melting candle, a dripping tap, a flower vase…\u003cbr\u003eThese sketches function in symmetry, taking advantage of the ability of dye to colour both sides of a fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of the figures created from Jack’s story is like a playful painting, and the unique forms and hues all work together to create a unique and wonderful work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2-6.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-113471\" src=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"231\" height=\"600\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eINSTANTANÉS [Vase #2 ] \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize :  40.5″ x 16.5″ (103 x 42  cm)\u003cbr\u003eCotton 85% \/Linen 15% \u003cbr\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench designer: Jacques Averna\u003cbr\u003eJapanese manufacturer (Tokyo): Marukyu Shoten\u003cbr\u003eJapanese brand: Shin Edozome\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u0026lt;Design description\u0026gt;\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI love vases with several mouths to hold flowers.\u003cbr\u003eThis painting looks like a unique character holding a hand made of flowers!   -Jacques Averna-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2-1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-113503\" src=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"399\" height=\"600\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2-2.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-113511\" src=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"399\" height=\"600\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eJacques Averna Designer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJacques Averna designs objects and spaces. He offers creative solutions that combine low-tech, playfulness, and sustainability. He sees objects and spaces as signs that need to be made accessible for understanding and use. His work has been exhibited in Europe and won several awards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/jacquesaverna.com\/\"\u003eWebsite jacquesaverna.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e　1) Friction-resistant, durable fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fabric used for general Tenugui is woven in a basic weaving technique called “plain weave,” in which the warp and weft yarns are interlaced alternately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat plain-weave fabric is not very elastic. However, since there are many threads crossing each other and the threads are not slippery, it is resistant to friction and can be used for a long time, even for Tenugui towels that are wiped or rubbed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fabric is a cotton linen slub fabric mixed with 15% linen. The fabric is woven in places and features transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2_5.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-113495\" src=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2_5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"496\" height=\"330\" srcset=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2_5.jpg 600w, https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2_5-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 496px) 100vw, 496px\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-113479\" src=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2_4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"494\" height=\"329\" srcset=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2_4.jpg 600w, https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vase2_4-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 494px) 100vw, 494px\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach textile is unique and is the handiwork of the artisan who shaped it.\u003cbr\u003eThe transparency of the fabric can be enjoyed, allowing its weave and elegant delicacy to emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2) When folded, it is thin and compact!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this fabric is woven in a plain weave, the fabric is thin and compact when folded, making it highly portable.\u003cbr\u003eTherefore, Tenugui is very convenient to carry as a towel, sunshade scarf or eco-bag to make your travel luggage more compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/top1-tenugui-1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-96883 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/futontokyo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/top1-tenugui-1-1020x530.jpg\" 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