Hand Painted Antique Japanese Zen Hanging Scroll with Seven Daruma Faces (Kakemono)

A distinctive Japanese hanging scroll (kakemono) depicting seven faces of Daruma. The upper figure holds a staff, while six smaller faces are arranged below in a series of expressive, circular ink-brush forms

The painting is framed by a striking indigo-blue textile mounting with a fine, pale crackle-like pattern, cream accent bands woven with scrolling vine motifs, and polished black roller ends.

Materials

Ink on paper, patterned textile mounting, decorative accent bands and black roller ends.

APPROX. Dimensions

Height: 205cm
Width: 45.5cm 

Condition & Antique Character

The scroll has the aged character of a traditional Japanese mounted artwork. Please refer to the photographs for the condition of the paper, ink painting, signature, seals, textile mounting and roller ends. The precise signature reading and age have not been independently verified.

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