This vintage Shiseido wallet from 1971 features a textile design inspired by classical Japanese decorative patterns. The white fabric exterior is adorned with delicate embroidery combining Tsuyushiba-mon 露芝文 and flowing wave motifs.
Tsuyushiba-mon is a traditional design in Japanese textiles and decorative arts. The motif depicts blades of grass with small dew drops resting upon them, symbolizing the quiet beauty of early morning and the fleeting nature of life. Often seen in kimono fabrics and seasonal designs, this motif evokes freshness, elegance, and the poetic aesthetics of Japanese nature.
The embroidered pattern is complemented by gentle wave lines that flow across the surface, creating a sense of rhythm and movement. Small colorful accents in red, green, and purple add visual interest while maintaining a refined, understated appearance.
Inside, the wallet opens to a bright coral-pink lining and a gold-tone metal clasp coin compartment stamped with the SHISEIDO logo. The vivid interior contrasts beautifully with the subtle exterior textile.
