Shikishi Calligraphy "Ursprünglich"

One of a kind — this work exists only once.

Period:
Shôwa (1926–1989)
Dimensions (height x width):
27 x 24 cm
Item number:
5840

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Details about the sold piece

  • MotifCalligraphy
  • TechniqueHand-Painted

Description

In bold, clearly contoured strokes, the pair of characters for "originally" or rather "independent creation" takes shape on this shikishi. The compact, almost block-like brushwork radiates self-confidence and permanence, suggesting the practiced hand of a calligrapher from the Shôwa era (1926–1989), whose signature along with a round red seal can be found to the left of the characters.

The wish to create something original and new is a thought that runs through many areas of Japanese art and lends the calligraphy here an almost programmatic note. As a traditional painting board, the shikishi offers the ink a firm, pleasantly textured surface.

Please note: only the shikishi is delivered. The mount shown in the images is for illustrative purposes only and can be ordered separately from us.

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