Zen Language Calligraphy 禅語 - Once-in-a-lifetime meeting - small hanging scroll - with original box - Handpainted on paper - “Kobayashi Taigen 小林太玄(1938-)” - Japan - Shōwa period (1926-1989)






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Shōwa period handpainted on paper hanging scroll titled Zen Language Calligraphy 禅語 - Once-in-a-lifetime meeting - small hanging scroll - with original box, by Kobayashi Taigen (born 1938), signed, sourced from Japan, measuring 179 cm tall by 31.6 cm wide (roller ends not included), with antique market provenance and in fair condition showing age-related stains and creases.
Description from the seller
*The item will be shipped from Japan to overseas.
As a result, it may arrive with the tip of the shaft detached due to significant vibration during shipping.
Also, if the box is wooden, it may be damaged if dropped.
In that case, we apologize for the inconvenience, but please reattach it using wood glue or instant adhesive.
Thank you in advance.
*Unfortunately, sometimes wooden box is delivered broken.
This work is a hanging scroll with Zen words 禅語 written on it.
The signatures and seals are 黄梅太玄 Obai Taigen”.
◯Ichigo Ichie 一期一会 / Once-in-a-lifetime meeting
The meaning is, "You only have one chance in your life to meet new people and
do new things, and you will never get the same opportunity twice.
So, make the most of this one chance."
◯Kobayashi Taigen 小林太玄 /1938-
Born in Houten in 1938.
In 1975, he became the head priest of Oubai-in, a subtemple of Daitoku-ji Temple, a Rinzai sect temple.
There are stains and slight creases due to aging.
This is an antique item.
Please understand that it is used and shows some signs of wear.
Please check the image.
Roller end:Wood.
Shipping method is EMS by Japan Post.
EMS is the fastest and secure international mail.
Delivery may be delayed depending on the country and situation.
Size
Overall: vertical 179× width 31.6cm *width does not include roller ends.
(the work: vertical 106× width 29.3cm):Gross Weight Approximately 560g
*According to the policies of your local country, other fees may be charged, such as customs duties.
*The item will be shipped from Japan to overseas.
As a result, it may arrive with the tip of the shaft detached due to significant vibration during shipping.
Also, if the box is wooden, it may be damaged if dropped.
In that case, we apologize for the inconvenience, but please reattach it using wood glue or instant adhesive.
Thank you in advance.
*Unfortunately, sometimes wooden box is delivered broken.
This work is a hanging scroll with Zen words 禅語 written on it.
The signatures and seals are 黄梅太玄 Obai Taigen”.
◯Ichigo Ichie 一期一会 / Once-in-a-lifetime meeting
The meaning is, "You only have one chance in your life to meet new people and
do new things, and you will never get the same opportunity twice.
So, make the most of this one chance."
◯Kobayashi Taigen 小林太玄 /1938-
Born in Houten in 1938.
In 1975, he became the head priest of Oubai-in, a subtemple of Daitoku-ji Temple, a Rinzai sect temple.
There are stains and slight creases due to aging.
This is an antique item.
Please understand that it is used and shows some signs of wear.
Please check the image.
Roller end:Wood.
Shipping method is EMS by Japan Post.
EMS is the fastest and secure international mail.
Delivery may be delayed depending on the country and situation.
Size
Overall: vertical 179× width 31.6cm *width does not include roller ends.
(the work: vertical 106× width 29.3cm):Gross Weight Approximately 560g
*According to the policies of your local country, other fees may be charged, such as customs duties.
