Tayama Honan "Medetaku Kashiku" Tea Hanging Scroll, National Treasure Examination, Cultural Property Investigator

Tayama Honan Medetaku Kashiku Calligraphy Scroll, National Treasure Examination Cultural Properties Investigator

[About the Product]
This is an original handwritten artwork.
Size: 31 x 178.5 cm (excluding roller ends)

Main Paper: Paper
Roller Ends: Black lacquered
Accessories: Original box
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[About the Artist]
Tayama Honan (1903-1980) was a bureaucrat during the Showa era.
Born October 6, 1903. Entered the Ministry of Education in 1929, and served in positions such as National Treasure Examiner and Chief Cultural Properties Investigator at the Agency for Cultural Affairs. He was known for his research on the ink writings of Zen monks from Japan and China. He dedicated himself to the survey and preservation of cultural properties such as calligraphy, ancient texts, and old documents. He was the chairman of the Calligraphy Department of the Expert Committee on Cultural Properties. Died December 31, 1980, at the age of 77. Born in Mie Prefecture. Graduated from Tokyo Imperial University. His real name was Nobuo.

[About the Condition]
The condition is generally good, but there is some stiffness and dirt.
As it is an old item, there is some age-related deterioration and inconspicuous dirt.

[About the Phrase]
Medetaku Kashiku
This is an expression conveying respect and blessings, meaning I respectfully offer my congratulations for the auspicious completion of matters. It was a standard closing phrase used in Edo period letter-writing etiquette for celebratory occasions and everyday correspondence.

This scroll can be displayed year-round for daily enjoyment or at celebratory gatherings.

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