Zen scroll “As Reverence Is” (如敬), Japanese ink kakemono (kakejiku), Shōwa period, #412
$188.00
Japanese hanging scroll (kakemono / kakejiku) featuring the Zen calligraphy “如敬” (Nyo Kei), meaning “As Reverence Is.”
The composition combines calm portraiture of a monk with expressive ink calligraphy — a visual reflection on humility and natural respect.
Executed in ink and light color on paper, mounted on green and brown silk with black lacquered rollers.
Created in Japan during the Shōwa period (1950–1980).
The inscription expresses a Zen teaching: true reverence arises naturally, without effort.
Safe and tracked shipping from Latvia (Riga Gallery of Japanese Art CloudyYokomido).
Style note:
Modern zenga scroll blending portrait and calligraphy — a meditation on serenity and respect.
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