Vintage Hanging Scroll, Kakejiku, Hieizan Enryakuji Temple, Nakano Eiken, Japanese Calligraphy Hanging Scroll, Busshin, Zen, Handwriting,
The calligraphy bears the artist’s signature and seals and comes with its Tomobako (original signed paulownia box).
The mounting uses silk with a peony and arabesque pattern.
Busshin means “Buddha-mind.”
The term refers to the compassionate and awakened mind of the Buddha.
Nakano Eiken (1933-2002) was a Tendai priest and served as head priest of Kanjyuin at Hieizan Enryakuji Temple.
In 1970, he completed the twelve-year mountain seclusion practice at Hieizan Enryakuji Temple.
Hieizan Enryakuji Temple has played an important formative role in Japanese Buddhism.
Figures including Eisai (Rinzai School), Dogen (Soto School), Honen (Jodo School), Shinran (Jodo Shinshu School), and Nichiren (Nichiren School) studied or trained at Hieizan Enryakuji Temple.
Measurement
Mounting (Width x Length): 45.6cm X 197cm / Approx. 17 61/64″ X 77 9/16″
Writing (Width x Length): 33.4cm X 128.5cm / Approx. 13 5/32″ X 50 19/32″
Weight: 330g
Gross Weight incl. box: 713g
Material
Mounting: Silk
Ichimonji: Silk
Surface: Washi Paper
Roller Ends: Lacquer
Other Details
Box: Tomobako (original signed paulownia box)
Maker: Nakano Eiken
Age: 1970-2002
Region of Origin: Japan
Original / Reproduction: Vintage Original
Condition: Good vintage condition consistent with age. (Used)
* Minor folding creases.
* One stain on the bottom of the mounting. (Refer to No. 6 photo)
* Spots on the surface.
* Natural paper fibers are visible on the surface.
* Stains and discoloration on the back surface.
* Minor scratches and fraying on the back surface.
* One small hole on the bottom of the mounting. (Refer to No. 6 photo)
* Minor scratches on the roller ends. (Refer to No. 10 photo)
* Discoloration and scratches on the wooden box. (Refer to No. 1 and No. 10 photos)
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