[Vintage] Ainulup tie indigo dyed (brown)

• Ainu vintage folk art loop tie
• The clasp is a wood carving made with Ittobori.
• Engraved on the back
• one-of-a-kind item

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• Indigo dyeing: brown
• Hand-dyed by indigo dyeing artisans in Tokyo
• What is indigo dyeing? It is a hand-dyed method that uses indigo leaves, a plant from the Tadaceae family, and has a history of over 1,000 years, and is said to have been introduced to Japan during the Asuka period . The unique blue color created by indigo dyeing is called indigo and is a color that symbolizes Japan. It is known overseas as "Japan Blue." Indigo dyeing comes in a variety of blues. The shade of blue changes depending on the number of times it is dyed, allowing you to express many different shades of blue .
• Characteristics of indigo dyeing: Indigo dyeing is said to be a highly functional dye , with high antibacterial, deodorizing, and insect repellent effects, and it has been passed down through experience that indigo-dyed clothing does not attract insects when stored. .

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