{"product_id":"japanese-hanging-scroll-portrait-demon-queller-kj228","title":"Japanese Hanging Scroll Kakejiku Vtg Portrait Shoh Ki Demon Queller Color KJ228","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eJapanese Hanging Scroll Kakejiku\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Japanese hanging scroll (\u003cem\u003ekakejiku\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003emakimono\u003c\/em\u003e) features a portrait of a bearded man with a fierce allure. It is likely a portrait of Shoh ki (鍾馗), also known as Zhong Kui, a deity in Chinese mythology who protects against evil spirits. This piece is signed with a name and a red seal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKakejiku 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilk, resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1970\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 348 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 748 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScroll approx. 192 cm long x 57 cm wide (ends) x 54 cm wide (image)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGood condition considering its age. Stains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The left end is missing. Wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and tear due to age. \u003c\/span\u003e Please see the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe ship worldwide by Japan Post. Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options. We do combine shipping and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arts \u0026 Decoration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43158657957923,"sku":"KJ228 kakejiku","price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/IMG_8224.jpg?v=1782273403","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/products\/japanese-hanging-scroll-portrait-demon-queller-kj228","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}