Japanese Hanging Scroll Vtg Roaring Tiger Orange Zodiac Animal Kakejiku SC819 floral 5 cm long x 42

5 cm long x 42

The sect is Jodo Shinshu Otani

This two-panel kashigata mold is carved with the design of a pair of tied knot of kelp (kombu)

Comes with a box and instruction card

a stone bridge is reflecting into a river while some houses can be seen at the background

Japanese Hanging Scroll Vtg Roaring Tiger Orange Zodiac Animal Kakejiku SC819 floral 5 cm long x 42Japanese Hanging Scroll Kakejiku This vintage Japanese hanging scroll (kakejiku or makimono) represents a roaring orange and black tiger. Details of mountains and trees are also pictured. In Japan, the tiger is a symbol of courage and long life. Tiger is also one of the 12 oriental zodiac animals. This piece is signed by an artist Eiseki and a red seal. Kakejiku is a Japanese picture or calligraphy mounted on a piece of paper. Kakejiku was a tool to