Vintage 1980's Handmade Needlepoint Art. Framed with no glass

The Taikomochi Vintage 1980's Hand Embroidered Needlepoint Asian Art Piece Measures 22 1.2"H x 11 7/8"W Framed The duties of Taikomochi in Asian culture During feudal times, jester-like figures would entertain the people of the court and offer advice to the high-ranking lords. As the wants and needs of Japan’s royal families changed, so did the role of Taikomochi; soon, rather than focusing on the arts, Taikomochi performances became a lot more comical, which is perhaps why in some strange, connected way Japan has so many comedians today.