Six-Character Buddhist Invocation "Namu Amida Butsu（南無阿弥陀仏）" – Handwritten Calligraphy by "Gashin Watanabe (渡辺 雅心)," a Calligrapher Listed in the Bijutsu Nenkan (Art Yearbook) 【Description】 "Namu Amida Butsu" (南無阿弥陀仏) means, "I entrust myself completely to Amida Nyorai (Amitābha Buddha), who will surely save me." This work was boldly and confidently brushed by Gashin Watanabe, a calligrapher listed in the Bijutsu Nenkan (Art Yearbook), with powerful and flowing brushwork. Since the Japanese anime "Namu Amida Butsu! -Rendai Utena-" was broadcast in 2019, the phrase "Namu Amida Butsu" has become more widely recognized overseas. In recent years, it has also been practiced beyond the framework of Buddhism as a mantra expressing infinite compassion and the wish for peace, and is sometimes recited as part of mindfulness and meditation practices. This work comes with its original paulownia wood storage box as well as a paper storage box. 【About Gashin Watanabe】 Modern calligrapher listed in the Bijutsu Nenkan (Art Yearbook) Born in 1944 (Shōwa 19) in Mie Prefecture, Japan Member of the Sōshōkai Calligraphy Association Selected for the Yomiuri Calligraphy Exhibition three times 【Dimensions】 Height: Approx. 188 cm Width: Approx. 60 cm Total weight (including the storage box): 987 g 【Condition】 This work is believed to have been created at least 30 years ago. Due to its age, there may be some inconspicuous stains on the reverse side. Please bid only if you understand and accept the condition of this vintage work. 【Important Information Before Bidding】 This item will be shipped from Japan. Please note that the hammer price and shipping costs do not include import duties, VAT, customs charges, or Catawiki service fees. If you are bidding from outside Japan, please check the import duties applicable in your country before bidding, or refer to the following Catawiki Help Center pages: • Understanding import taxes https://www.catawiki.com/en/help/buyer-customs-and-taxes/understanding-import-taxes • Understanding customs fees and import charges https://www.catawiki.com/en/help/buyer-customs-and-taxes/understanding-customs-fees-and-import-charges 【Shipping】 The item will be packed as carefully as possible and shipped from Japan. For safe and secure delivery, it will be shipped with a tracking number. This item will be shipped from Japan. For example, the shipping cost to France, Italy, or Spain is €30. Please check the shipping cost to your country before placing your bid.