| Artist |
Hakuin Ekaku |
| Title |
Calligraphy |
| Biography |
Hakuin Ekaku (1685-1768) was a monk of Rinzaishu sect born in Suruga Province. Entered the Buddhist priesthood under Tanrei of Shoin-ji Temple at the age of 15. Became the head priest of Myoshin-ji Temple in Kyoto in 1718. His pupils include Tourei Enji, Suio Genro, and etc. Excelled at painting and calligraphy. Known as the restorer of Rinzaishu sect. |
| Description |
- Calligraphy - Koh (Devotion)
- ink on paper with silk mounting
- dimensions: 36×55cm(artwork), 120×57cm(overall)
- minor bookworm hole on mounting
- minor wear to box
|
| Price |
1,600,000Yen |
| Season |
other |
| Period |
Early Edo(1603-1699),Mid Edo(1700-1799) |
