Auspicious Mount Fuji Kakejiku Hanging Scroll

The work portrays the majestic presence of Mount Fuji, enveloped in the luminous shimmer of gold leaf. As dawn breaks, the mountain glows with a rare brilliance, while subtle gradations of color infuse the scene with depth and radiance that captivate the viewer.

Executed in a kenpon (silk) mounting, the piece employs ultra-thin sheets of genuine Kanazawa gold leaf, whose surface shimmers with subtle, ever-changing reflections. The addition of shikisai-haku (colored gold leaf) introduces delicate tones and refined gradations that enrich the composition’s brilliance. Developed through countless refinements, this technique imparts to the piece the distinctive expressive power of Kidoguchi’s artistry.

The ridgelines of Mount Fuji are rendered with sculptural precision, conveying both vitality and depth. This effect is enhanced by the hand-applied technique of raised gold leaf, in which layers of aluminum leaf create textured surfaces. When touched by light, these areas reveal subtle shadows and a distinctive brilliance impossible to achieve with flat mediums. As light falls across them, subtle shadows and a distinctive brilliance come to life. The addition of ibushi-shinchu-haku (smoked brass leaf) introduces a mellow patina, 

At the mountain’s base, a sea of golden clouds gathers and drifts, rendered through the honkin-chirashi technique, where scattered flecks of pure gold leaf capture both the glow of dawn and the mountain’s timeless sanctity. The effect imbues the work with dignity and refinement, allowing it to radiate even when viewed from afar.

Graceful yet resplendent, this hanging scroll embodies an elegance that endures across time, imparting to its surroundings the quiet dignity and refined beauty of Japanese artistry.

Kidoguchi Yoshio

As a master craftsman of extraordinary creativity, Kidoguchi Yoshio breathes life into gossamer-thin gold leaf through his skilled hands. Beyond the captivating golden radiance lies the luminous beauty of Japanese art infused with his passion and devotion. In his creations, Kanazawa gold leaf transcends decorative material to become a medium for conveying emotion and thought. With unwavering focus and infinite patience, he captures light and shadow, stillness and movement between layers of gold leaf, crafting an artistic realm that is both elegantly refined and vibrantly alive. His works often appear on kakejiku (or kakemono) hanging scrolls, carrying forward the tradition of Japanese wall art while reimagining it for the present day.

Rouleaux suspendus Kakejiku

Rouleaux suspendus japonais, connus sous le nom de kakejiku ou kakémonoLes rouleaux suspendus sont une forme traditionnelle d'art mural japonais, appréciée depuis plus de mille ans. Ils présentent des calligraphies japonaises, des motifs saisonniers ou des peintures japonaises, créés avec des techniques raffinées qui mettent en valeur la beauté de la nature et de la culture.

Polyvalents et intemporels, les rouleaux japonais suspendus peuvent être exposés dans les maisons ou les salons de thé. On les appelle souvent rouleaux d'images ou rouleaux japonais. Leur légèreté permet de les enrouler et de les ranger facilement, ce qui permet de les changer facilement selon la saison ou l'occasion.

Les rouleaux suspendus japonais restent une expression de l'art mural japonais et une façon judicieuse d'apporter de l'harmonie à n'importe quel espace. Trouvez votre pièce préférée.