The front side features a skillful reverse appliqué of old indigo-dyed fabric in the shapes of turnips and eggplants, with the outlines hand-stitched using sashiko stitching. This is combined with striped indigo fabric, and the border is made of another red fabric. The construction is very meticulous and elaborate, with the dignity and composure of a work of art. There appears to be a signature at the bottom that looks like "Hiroko." I believe it is a work by an artist, but I'm not sure. The back also has a modern feel, with two types of old fabric pieced together. It has a moderate thickness and is made of sturdy fabric, weighing 100g. It's much larger than a placemat, so it can be used as a table center. Turnips have long been revered as a lucky pattern for the prosperity of descendants and the prosperity of the family, and are used as a symbol of "head" for success and passing exams. Eggplants are also a lucky pattern, representing the fruition of effort, as in the saying "Naseba Naru" (If you try, you can do it). Size: 55cm wide x 35.5cm long There may be some error. These are approximate sizes.