CURIOS original Japanese: "Kottō," referring to antiques, beautiful rarities, or historical curiosities.

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An ornamental, stylized depiction of a bird with long, flowing plumage—likely a phoenix In Japanese culture, the phoenix (or Hō-ō) is a mythical bird symbolizing grace, virtue, and the celestial sun. or a peacock. The feathers are detailed with "eyes" and curve downwards from a central body to form a decorative, roughly heart-shaped arrangement. The illustration is embossed in green and gold tones against a dark green textured cloth background.

Curios, Lafcadio Hearn, Japanese folklore