Zen Bokuseki Calligraphy Shikishi – “Congratulations, January 1” – Signed & Sealed Mid‑20th Century Japanese Art (Shōwa Period)

This exquisite vintage shikishi board (approx. 24 × 27 cm) presents a powerful example of Japanese bokuseki — the Zen tradition of spontaneous calligraphy. The inscription reads:

“Congratulations – January 1.”

It is signed and sealed by Zen calligraphy master, and bears two red seals confirming authorship and artistic lineage.

Estimated to date from the mid‑20th century (Shōwa period, 1950s–1980s), the piece shows gentle aging: delicate foxing (vintage paper speckling) and a softly patinated gold border — classic signs of an authentic, time‑honored shikishi.

Created in bold, meditative strokes, the composition evokes the spirit of Zenga and the centuries‑old aesthetics of Zen art — a single breath, a single brushstroke.

Ships Safe and trackedly from Riga Gallery of Japanese Art “CloudyYokomido,” Latvia.

For US buyers: this item enters the United States duty-free.