Vtg Japanese Buddhist Altar Fitting Scroll
This is a Japanese vintage fabric and paper hanging scroll (Owakigake) representing Jusanbutsu, the 13 Buddhas. It is an icon displayed in Japanese Buddhist home altars, Butsudan. It is a powerful religious image, aimed to be at the center of an altar. This Owakigake is gold and dark blue with red accents. It is embellished with metal parts on the bottom.
- Gold, dark blue, red, brown
- Fabric, paper, wood, metal
- C1930
- Item weight: 22 grams
- Packed weight: 200 grams
- Approx. 31 cm tall x 13 cm wide x 1 cm thick
- Great condition. Discoloration. Wear on the fabric and the metal parts. Wear and tear due to use. 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 and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions please contact us.
