{"product_id":"japanese-shikishi-artboard-cup-a539","title":"Japanese Shikishi Art Board Water Cup Vtg Sakura Flower Painting Red A539","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVtg Japanese Shikishi Art Board Painting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is a vintage hand-painted shikishi art board. It shows a red cup, most likely a water or tea cup, and a cherry blossom on the right of the cup. The art board is signed with the artist's name and red seal. This art board is a unique timeless display piece that can find a place in any home or office decor. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are three basic types of shikishi paper—calligraphy (poem, haiku) only, calligraphy with pictures, and pictures only. Since the Heian period, people have been writing waka and haiku on Shikishi paper (various sizes), but in the Meiji period, they started using paper of the current size. In current day, shikishi paper\/boards are used for autographs of celebrities and also commemorative messages to friends, coworkers, and classmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardstock paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1970\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 59 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 259 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e24.2 cm wide × 27.1 cm tall\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition. Stains and discoloration. Gold foil on the edge is damaged and missing in some spots, especially the left edge. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe ship worldwide by Japan Post. Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options. We do combine shipping and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items.  We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer.  If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arts \u0026 Decoration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40109914947619,"sku":"A539 shikishi","price":44.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Shikishi-Art-Board-Water-Cup-Vtg-Sakura-Flower-Painting-Red-A539.jpg?v=1693943074","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-au\/products\/japanese-shikishi-artboard-cup-a539","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}