Japanese Hanging Scroll Kakejiku
This vintage Japanese hanging scroll (kakejiku or makimono) features a calligraphed name in black ink. The name has only three characters and the scroll has an illustration of the face of a laughing man at the bottom right. This scroll is signed with a name and a red seal.
Kakejiku is a Japanese picture or calligraphy mounted on a piece of paper. Kakejiku was a tool to spread Buddhism in Japan. It has been integrated with Japanese culture as interior decoration. Tokokake is used at the Tokonoma in tatami room. Chakake has Zen words used in the tea ceremony room. Buddha-kake is used in the Buddhist altar.
- Wood, fabric, paper
- C1950
- Characters:福徳老 Fukutokuro
- Item weight: 185 grams
- Packed weight: 585 grams
- Scroll approx. 183 cm long x 56 cm wide (ends) x 56 cm wide (paper)
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Good condition considering its age. Missing end cap. Large tear on top and bottom. Holes on top. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
- We got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
