Kakemono Calligraphy "Raku" – Joy and Lightness
One of a kind — this work exists only once.
- Signature / Stamp:
- Moriteru Itsuki
- Period:
- Shôwa (1926–1989)
- Dimensions (height x width):
- 114 x 50 cm
- Item number:
- 6179
This piece has been sold.
Sold – no longer available
This piece was handmade by Moriteru Itsuki and was a one-of-a-kind work. It cannot be reordered and will never exist in this form again. The page stays online as part of our archive.
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Details about the sold piece
- JikusakiWood
- Material HonshiPaper
- MotifCalligraphy
- TechniqueHand-Painted
- Wooden BoxYes
Description
Powerfully rendered with a broad brush, the character 楽 (raku) fills nearly the entire picture surface of this kakemono. Depending on context, it means "joy," "lightness," or "simplicity" – at the same time, it is also the short designation for the famous Raku ware, which makes this calligraphy especially appealing to devotees of Japanese tea culture. The dynamic, slightly irregular brushwork with its thick, powerful strokes immediately conveys the message of ease and inner contentment contained within the character.
Two red seals and an accompanying dedication line complement the main motif and lend the work a personal, scholarly touch.
The work bears the signature and stamp of Moriteru Itsuki (1895–1971) and was created in the Shôwa period. Written on paper and fitted with a jikusaki of wood, this handwritten unique work is an expressive addition to tea rooms and places of contemplation.
