Japanese Hanging Scroll Kakejiku W/ Wooden Box
This vintage Japanese hanging scroll (kakejiku or makimono) features a Japanese samurai with its armor, helmet, and bow riding a black horse. The top of Mount Fuji is picked through clouds at the top of the composition. This piece is signed and has a red seal. It is stored in a wooden box with the title on the lid.
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.
- Silk, wood
- 1970
- Some characters: 武者 musha warrior
- Item weight: 1035 grams
- Packed weight: 1435 grams
- Scroll approx. 187 cm long x 69.5 cm wide (ends) x 63.5 cm wide (image)
- Box approx. 72 cm long x 8 cm wide x 7.5 cm tall
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Good condition considering its age. A few visible stains on image. Tiny stains on the back. Slightly torn on ends. Some scratches and some dents on box. 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.
