Kakejiku - Mt Fuji by Hokusai
Vintage item
This item is a modern take on the traditional hanging scroll. It’s made of fabric instead of paper. It represents one of Katsushika Hokusai’s famous 36 views of Mt.Fuji.
Details
The artwork represented on the textile is superbly woven, it’s one of the artist’s most famous piece "Fine Wind, Clear Weather" (凱風快晴, "Gaifu, Kaisei") .
When not in use, it can easily be rolled and stored in its original box.
Composition
Polyester twill (imitation silk)
Condition
Used. Perfect condition. Sent in its original box.
Dimensions
44,5 x 122 cm (tube 49 cm)
Made in Japan. Sourced in Miyazaki prefecture.
What is a kakejiku?
Japanese hanging scroll or Kakejiku (掛軸) are hung on the wall to display Japanese ink paintings (sumi-e) or calligraphy. Some kakejiku are designed for special occasions (such as wedding ceremonies) but they are also appreciated all year-long as an interior decoration. In traditional codes, the best is to match the artwork or the poem represented on it to the upcoming season.
The work of art at the center is executed on thin paper or fabric, before being mounted to stiffer background papers, and framed with various jacquard silk fabrics. When not in use, it can be rolled for stored away in its box.