Letter
601
17.0cm x 104.0cm
Even without deciphering the contents of this informal missive, we can engage with the abstract rhythm of the calligraphy. It is a brilliant example of chirashi-gaki, or “scattered writing,” in which columns of text are arranged out of normal sequence. Letters like this by noted cultural figures could be repurposed for display in the tokonoma alcove for a tea gathering. Shōkadō Shōjō, a Buddhist monk, was lauded as one of the great calligraphers of his day.
Shōkadō Shōjō (? – ?)
Shōkadō Shōjō is a contemporary Japanese calligrapher renowned for his innovative and expressive brushwork, revitalizing the art of shodō with modern techniques; discover the captivating energy within his unique creations.
Om detta konstverk
- Titel: Letter
- Konstnär: Shōkadō Shōjō
- År: 601
- Ursprungliga mått: 17.0cm x 104.0cm
- Format: Landscape
- Upphovsrättslig status: Upphovsrättsskyddat
- Färgpalett: Earthy
- Färgton: Ochre to Sepia