vintage japanese shikishi print : nazan noren giving a dramatic dipped effect

giving a dramatic dipped effect

This marvellous set was sustainably produced

while full length sleeves end in an unfussy cuff

display piece or gift for those who appreciate refined design

A classic vintage Japanese tea cup with ash glaze and striking markings make this cup delightful for daily use or a special gift for the tea fanatic in your life

vintage japanese shikishi print : nazan noren giving a dramatic dipped effectThis depiction of abstracted birds at Nazan ji by Ogawa Usen (a Japanese artist who was influenced by his study of Western painting styles) springs to life with bold line and lively detail. Yokoyama Taikan was a leading figure in the early twentieth century Japanese art world, and this print is from a collection of reproductions of original Japanese artworks presented to him for his 60th birthday, in 1928. What an incredible gift! Printed on shikishi