Kakemono Calligraphy "Ichinen Sanzen"

One of a kind — this work exists only once.

Period:
Shôwa (1926–1989)
Dimensions (height x width):
135 x 41 cm
Item number:
5446

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Details about the sold piece

  • JikusakiSculpture
  • Material HonshiPaper
  • MotifBuddhism and Zen, Calligraphy
  • TechniqueHand-Painted

Description

"Ichinen Sanzen" – three thousand worlds in a single moment: this central teaching of Tendai Buddhism holds that a single thought already contains within it the entire fullness of existence. In four powerful characters, this hanging scroll distills this profound philosophical idea, needing no further explanation.

The calligraphy is executed in a dynamic, slightly cursive style on paper, accompanied by a small signature and two red seals attesting to its authorship. The four characters are arranged in a clear vertical sequence and, despite their compactness, appear remarkably airy. The overall clear, concentrated composition points to a work of the Shōwa period.

Mounted with a understated border and rollers made of plastic, this hanging scroll is especially suited for meditation or devotional spaces, as well as for collectors of Buddhist calligraphy who are drawn to its quiet depth and value a place of contemplation.

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