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Japanese Hanging Scroll Vtg Daruma Statuę W/ Poem Buddhist Kakejiku SC947
Description
Japanese Hanging Scroll Kakejiku
This vintage Japanese hanging scroll (kakejiku or makimono) features an illustration of a statue of Nichiren who was a Japanese Buddhist priest and philosopher of the Kamakura period. This paper was made to celebrate the commemoration of the statue's construction. There are words on the left. This piece is signed with a name and red seals.
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.
- Paper, wood
- C1980
- Item weight: 240 grams
- Packed weight: 1000 grams
- Scroll approx. 133 cm long x 59.5 cm wide (ends) x 53 cm wide (paper)
- Good condition considering its age. Large water stains on the top and the middle. Tear on the bottom. 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 and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions please contact us.
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