Vtg Japanese Hanging Scroll Kakejiku
This is a vintage Japanese hang scroll Kakejiku. It is a picture of a snake drawn with black ink. 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.
- Japanese hanging scroll Kakejiku
- Zodiac symbol, Snake
- Signature
- Material of outside: paper
- Material of picture: paper
- Ends: Wood
- Item weight: 249 grams
- Packed weight: 649 grams
- C1950
- Approx. 185 cm long x 49 cm wide (ends) x 46 cm wide (paper)
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Good conditions. Small tear on the top bar. Water stains. Discoloration. Missing end cap. Creasing. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
- 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 and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
