Shikishi Calligraphy "Every Encounter Is Unique"

One of a kind — this work exists only once.

Period:
Shôwa (1926–1989)
Dimensions (height x width):
27 x 24 cm
Item number:
5837

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  • MotifCalligraphy
  • TechniqueHand-Painted

Description

"Ichigo Ichie" – every encounter is unique: this well-known guiding principle of the Japanese tea ceremony adorns this shikishi in bold, slightly archaic-looking brushwork. A multi-line signature with a red seal attests to the hand of a calligrapher, while the dating points to the Shôwa period (1926–1989).

The idea that a moment never returns and should therefore be lived with full attention is one of the central values of Japanese aesthetics. On the firm, square mounting board – the shikishi – the calligraphy appears especially striking through its energetic brushwork and is excellently suited as a small, meaningful wall object.

Please note: only the shikishi itself is included in delivery; the frame shown in the photos serves only to illustrate the presentation and can be ordered separately from us.

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