Japanese Hanging Scroll Kakejiku
This vintage Japanese hanging scroll (kakejiku or makimono) features black-ink calligraphy with five big Japanese kanji characters: 青山元不動, translating to 'the mountains remain calm and serene'. This piece is titled and signed with a name and red seals.
Kakejiku is a Japanese picture or calligraphy mounted on a piece of paper. It was a tool to spread Buddhism in Japan and 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, and Buddha-kake is used in the Buddhist altar.
- Silk, paper, resin
- C1970
- Characters: 青山元不動 seizan moto fudou mountains remain calm and serene
- Item weight: 306 grams
- Packed weight: 700 grams
- Scroll approx. 192 cm long x 49.5 cm wide (ends) x 44.5 cm wide (image)
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Good condition considering its age. Some stains. 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. 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.
