"Jumping Koi" Katagami Art

This listing is for a decorative image taken from a vintage Japanese katagami stencil, suitable for framing.  It is not part of the original stencil - it is a copied image, machine-cut, on thick art paper. See below for how these traditional stencils were designed, cut by hand and used to pattern Japanese textiles. This image is of the ubiquitous "jumping koi" - a symbol of perseverance and triumph over adversity (as the fish tries to jump the waterfall). Your purchase includes only a sheet of the katagami art and a contrasting piece of cardstock to place behind it. Photos show examples of how placing different colored paper or fabric behind the stencil can change the display. The last photos give suggestions for framing.   8" x 10", machine-cut on 90lb art paper. Available in black or white.