{"product_id":"japanese-shikishi-art-board-oshie-silk-zodiac-cow-akabeko-a823","title":"Japanese Shikishi Art Board Oshie Silk Fabric Zodiac Red Cow Hariko Akabeko A823","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Shikishi Art Board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Japanese \u003cem\u003eshikishi\u003c\/em\u003e art board features an \u003cem\u003eoshie-zaiku\u003c\/em\u003e (Japanese patchwork) design of an \u003cem\u003eakabeko\u003c\/em\u003e, a popular red and black paper mache bobble-headed figurine of a cow. The background is solid black. This cow represents the zodiac and during its year would have been featured on numerous decorative fixtures such as small figurines and artwork. Oshie-zaiku gives a unique 3D appearance, and different textures and patterns of silk fabric add extra dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed, black, white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardstock paper, fabric, silk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKanji: 赤べこ akabeko\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 72 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 250 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e24.3 cm wide × 27.2 cm tall\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/strong\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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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":43399467696163,"sku":"A823-shikishi","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Photoroom_20260728_113521.jpg?v=1785206132","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/products\/japanese-shikishi-art-board-oshie-silk-zodiac-cow-akabeko-a823","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}