▲The scroll features bold calligraphy reading "Daihigan-sen," accompanied by a vibrant floral arrangement in a rustic vase and a beautifully glazed gourd-shaped vessel.
▲ The signature “Shiko” and Munakata's seal bearing the character “Mune”
▲With the Futai (decorative hanging strips) attached
This scroll features detachable Futai (decorative hanging strips). They can be easily attached or removed, allowing you to adjust the formality of the display to suit either traditional alcoves or more contemporary interior spaces.
W43.5cm H127cm
This is an original ink and color painting (Yamato-ga) by Shiko Munakata, the internationally acclaimed woodblock artist. The scroll features bold calligraphy reading "Daihigan-sen," accompanied by a vibrant floral arrangement in a rustic vase and a beautifully glazed gourd-shaped vessel.
The term "Daihigan-sen" (The Great Vow Ship) originates from Shinran Shonin’s seminal work, Kyogyoshinsho. It is a powerful Buddhist metaphor describing Amida Buddha's Vow—the promise to save all suffering beings—as a "great ship." This ship carries believers across the turbulent "sea of hardships" (life's suffering) toward the shore of absolute happiness and enlightenment.
Munakata’s deep spirituality is evident in every stroke. His dynamic brushwork and the depiction of everyday objects (vases and flowers) reflect the philosophy of the Mingei (Folk Art) movement, celebrating a beauty that is both profound and accessible.
This scroll features detachable Futai (decorative hanging strips). They can be easily attached or removed, allowing you to adjust the formality of the display to suit either traditional alcoves or more contemporary interior spaces.
Shiko MUNAKATA
1903-1975
One of the world's leading masters of 20th century art One of the most famous artists in the world. Japanese woodblock prints artist. Born in Aomori Prefecture. Sho Since 2005, he has called his prints "板画" (woodblock prints). and consistently works with the characteristics of woodblock prints. He has continued to create.
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