Bamboo Grove / Kakejiku Hanging Scroll
The subject of the hanging scroll is ”Bamboo Grove.”
This scroll captures the fantastical beauty of a bamboo grove shrouded in mist.
This product, "Bamboo Grove," is carefully stored, wrapped around a scroll rod inside a beautiful wooden paulownia box. The cylindrical parts at both ends of the scroll, known as jikusaki, are crucial when storing the scroll. The jikusaki of this product are made of stoneware, and the material used for the scroll ends can be indicative of who created it and for what purpose, adding to its allure.
Hanging scrolls are important for enjoying various events and seasonal changes, bringing a sense of leisure and the transition of seasons into daily life. They are also commonly used to entertain guests.
Delving into its history, hanging scrolls were introduced to Japan during the Asuka period(538CE–710CE), coinciding with the arrival of Buddhism from China, and initially featured Buddhist paintings. During the Heian period(794 CE–1185 CE), Buddhist scroll paintings became popular among the nobility, and in the late Kamakura period(1185 CE–1333 CE), as the tea ceremony gained popularity, alcoves were created as a symbol of power.
In the Azuchi-Momoyama period(1568 CE–1600 CE), influenced by the tea master Sen no Rikyu, the practice of changing hanging scrolls with the seasons was established. Mounted hanging scrolls are admired in alcoves and play a significant role in Japanese interior decoration.
Hanging scrolls are deeply rooted in Japanese traditional culture, yet the number of Japanese rooms and alcoves where scrolls are displayed has been decreasing. However, the value of conveying the messages encapsulated in scrolls remains undeniable.
The charm of these scrolls lies in the different meanings expressed by the characters and paintings they depict, the fabrics used in the details, and the patterns.
Today, they add color to both homes and offices and are ideal for collections of Japanese art. Hanging scrolls not only represent Japanese culture but also provide viewers with a sense of richness and a serene space.
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| Origin | Made in Japan |
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The artist skillfully depicts the depth of the bamboo grove, inviting viewers into its serene atmosphere. Gazing upon this piece, one feels as though they are standing at the entrance to the bamboo forest itself.
The bamboo represents a resilient vitality, enduring the harshness of wind and snow without ever losing its evergreen color, and symbolizes a straight growth.
Its flexibility, never breaking, and its ability to bounce back, symbolize the life force that endures and overcomes adversity.
Overall, the scroll uses colors suggestive of mist, but it hints at a bright place beyond the bamboo forest, evoking a sense of hope and bright future.
About Craftsmen
Mino Shoudou
Born in 1947 during the Showa era, this artist is a member of the Soso-kai. They specialize in flower and bird painting, and their works are featured in the Art Yearbook. They have won the Gold Prize at group exhibitions and received awards at the International Art Council exhibition in Portugal, as well as from the Japan Contemporary Artists Federation.
Additionally, they have received the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's Encouragement Award and the Excellent Work Award at the Takato Four Seasons Exhibition. Their works have been exhibited at the Les Tableaux exhibition at the Bisconti Gallery in Paris.