Shikishi Calligraphy "The Right Spirit Leads to Nirvana"

One of a kind — this work exists only once.

Period:
Shôwa (1926–1989)
Dimensions (height x width):
27 x 24 cm
Item number:
5839

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Details about the sold piece

  • MotifBuddhism and Zen, Calligraphy
  • TechniqueHand-Painted

Description

Four clearly rendered characters fill this shikishi almost completely, their upright, disciplined brushwork conveying at once the meaning of the calligraphy: "The Right Spirit Leads to Nirvana." A detailed, multi-line signature to the left of the characters together with a red seal document the authorship of a Japanese calligrapher of the Shôwa period (1926–1989).

The idea of inner sincerity as a path to enlightenment is deeply rooted in the Buddhist tradition of Japan, giving this work a palpable spiritual depth. The firm, square mounting board – the shikishi – lends the calligraphy a compact, concentrated pictorial effect.

Please note: only the shikishi itself is included in delivery; the mount shown in the photographs serves only for illustration and can be ordered separately from us.

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