• Calligraphy - Namubutsu
  • Calligraphy - Namubutsu
  • Calligraphy - Namubutsu
  • Calligraphy - Namubutsu
Calligraphy - Namubutsu
Calligraphy - Namubutsu
Calligraphy - Namubutsu
Calligraphy - Namubutsu
Hanging scroll
Item Number : 17018
Artist Jiun Sonja
Title Calligraphy - Namubutsu
Biography Jiun Sonja (1718-1804) was a monk of Shingonshu sect, born in Osaka. Studied Buddhism under Ninko Teiki and Daibai Zenji. Known for his research on Sanskrit. Regarded as the greatest calligrapher in early modern Japan. The restorer of the "Shoboritsu" (Vinaya of the True Dharma).
Description
  • ink on paper with silk mounting
  • dimension: 124×54cm(artwork), 192×60cm(overall)
  • minor crease, minor foxing, and worm-eaten marks on paper
  • with wooden storage box
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Period Mid Edo(1700-1799),Late Edo(1800-1867)

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