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A Personal Flag (sashimono)
Edo period (18th century)
The sashimono (personal flag) is of indigo-dyed hemp, with motif of wisteria enfolding the character Ko
41½ x 29½in. (105.4 x 74.9cm.)
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Such flags were usually carried fitted to a pole inserted into a fixture on the back of an individual's armor, and served as a means of either personal or clan identification.

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