Japanese Shikishi Art Board Painting

This Japanese shikishi art board is a printed reproduction featuring running horses in a realistic style painted in gray scale. At the top, there is a calligraphy of the kanji 馬, meaning horse, mirrored. It is a symbol of good fortune. This shikishi is signed with a name and a red seal, and it is stored in a plastic sleeve. There is a paper with explanations in Japanese on the back. 

There 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 the current day, shikishi paper/boards are used for autographs of celebrities and also commemorative messages to friends, coworkers, and classmates.

• Gray, white
• Cardstock paper
• C1990
• Character: 馬 uma horse
• Item weight: 59 grams
• Packed weight: 259 grams
• Approx. 27.2 cm wide × 24.2 cm tall
• Good condition considering age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos. 
• This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, 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.