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The silk has an iridescent sheen, ranging from petrol green to ultramarine blue. It catches the light with golden highlights. Kakejijku for commissioned works. Would you like a bespoke painting? Ask us for a quote!
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The silk has an iridescent sheen, ranging from burnt sienna to red earth tones, with golden highlights when exposed to light. Kakejijku for commissioned works. Would you like a bespoke painting? Ask us for a quote!
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The silk has an iridescent sheen, ranging from burnt sienna to red earth tones, with golden highlights when exposed to light. Kakejijku for commissioned works. Would you like a bespoke painting? Ask us for a quote!
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Hand-mounted semi-dried Xuan rice paper (high-quality) on semi-rigid card. Size: 25x27cm
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Unbleached Xuan rice paper mounted on a white PP backing. The end result is a 0.07 mm thick white card onto which a thin layer of rice paper is mounted. The number selected corresponds to the number of cards required. For example, 1 = 1 card, 5 = 5 cards
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Unbleached Xuan rice paper mounted on a white PP backing. This is an innovative mounting technique using modern materials; it is a multi-stage process that requires great concentration and expertise. The backing makes the paper more durable whilst bringing out the colours.
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Hand-painted artwork on rice paper depicting a chrysanthemum. The meaning of the panda The panda represents strength and gentleness. It symbolises the ability to find a balanced and harmonious path in life. It also represents a positive outlook on life, the value of friendship, and the importance of patience and perseverance. Size: 50 x 23 cm
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Hand-painted artwork on rice paper depicting the red spider lily. Meaning of the lily: The red spider lily is known as higanbana, the flower of the equinox, and is associated with the worship and celebration of ancestors. It is also regarded as a quasi-divine flower that grows in paradise, a symbol of elevation and spirituality. Size: 50 x 23 cm
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A hand-painted work on rice paper depicting the enso (circle) and a branch of plum blossoms. Meaning of the enso: ‘Enso’: the Ring of the Way. It represents the totality of the universe and, at the same time, Emptiness (the Void), understood not as the source of Nothing but as the source of Everything. Meaning of the plum tree: The plum tree represents spring because its flowers bloom whilst there is still snow on the ground. It is a symbol of Spiritual Awakening. The plum tree embodies vigour, longevity, resilience and independence; it is “like an orphan who stands up without anyone’s help”. Size: 50 x 23 cm
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A hand-painted work on rice paper depicting the enso (circle) and bamboo. Meaning of the enso “Enso”: the Ring of the Way. It represents the totality of the universe and, at the same time, Emptiness (the Void), understood not as the source of Nothing but as the source of Everything. Meaning of bamboo Bamboo is a symbol of enduring friendship and longevity. It represents flexibility rooted in strength. A metaphor for life, it evokes the character of the wise; green in all seasons, it does not break under hurricanes. This indicates a human quality of great flexibility that makes a person strong precisely because, when faced with life’s events, they do not resist change but flow with it and adapt to it. Size: 50 x 23 cm
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Hand-painted artwork on rice paper depicting a lotus flower. The meaning of the lotus In Japan, the lotus flower symbolises purity, rebirth and spiritual enlightenment. Growing in the mud and blooming on the surface of the water, it represents the rise from darkness and adversity towards beauty and clarity. It is also a symbol of kindness, elegance and, in a religious context, purity of mind and soul. Size: 50 x 23 cm
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A hand-painted work on rice paper depicting bamboo and the plum tree. The meaning of bamboo Bamboo is a symbol of enduring friendship and longevity. It represents flexibility rooted in strength. A metaphor for life, it evokes the character of the wise; green in all seasons, it does not break under the force of hurricanes. This indicates a human quality of great adaptability which makes a person strong precisely because, when faced with life’s events, they do not resist change but flow with it and adapt to it. Meaning of the plum tree The plum tree represents spring because its flowers bloom whilst there is still snow on the ground. A symbol of Spiritual Awakening. The plum tree embodies vigour, longevity, resilience and independence all at once; it is ‘like an orphan who stands up without anyone’s help’. Size: 50 x 23 cm
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Hand-painted artwork on rice paper depicting the plum tree. The meaning of the plum tree The plum tree symbolises spring because its flowers bloom whilst there is still snow on the ground. It is a symbol of spiritual awakening. The plum tree embodies vigour, longevity, resilience and independence; it is ‘like an orphan who stands on their own two feet without anyone’s help’. Size: 50 x 23 cm
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Hand-painted artwork on rice paper depicting little birds. The significance of sparrows In Japanese culture, legend has it that a pair of sparrows is known as ‘Tenshi no hato’ or ‘God’s little birds’ because they bring happiness and joy. A flock of sparrows is a symbol of playfulness and friendship. They are also associated with the values of humility and simplicity. It is believed that the cheerful chirping of sparrows brings positive energy and good luck into the home. Size: 50 x 23 cm
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Hand-painted artwork on rice paper depicting the plum tree. The meaning of the plum tree The plum tree symbolises spring because its flowers bloom whilst there is still snow on the ground. It is a symbol of spiritual awakening. The plum tree embodies vigour, longevity, resilience and independence; it is ‘like an orphan who stands on their own two feet without anyone’s help’. Size: 50 x 23 cm
