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横井明堂 Yokoi Myodo Daitoku-ji Japanese Zen art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll Tea Ceremony / 瑞雲繞寿山 Zuiun Juzan wo Meguru with Original Box (Tomobako) RE248

瑞雲繞寿山 Zuiun Juzan wo Meguru
瑞雲 means to A cloud of auspicious colour appearing as an omen of good fortune. 繞 means to Surrounding, circling. 寿山 means to A mountain symbolising longevity. Or, referring to a person of long life themselves. This Zen phrase depicts auspicious clouds (auspicious clouds) surrounding Mount Jūzan, a symbol of longevity. It signifies an unceasing succession of good fortune and celebrations, or a scene of supreme auspiciousness. It is used as a subject in tea ceremonies and calligraphy/paintings expressing wishes for longevity and prosperity.

横井明堂 Yokoi Myodo
He was the former head priest of Nanshuji Temple of the Daitokuji School Nanshuji Temple in Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture, Japan.

with signature 'Zendaitoku Syourin Myodo' 前大徳 少林 明堂 and seal 'Syourin' 少林 'Bunryo'文憭

This refined hanging scroll by Yokoi Myodo, former head priest of Nanshuji Temple in Sakai and a respected figure of the Daitokuji School, features the auspicious Zen phrase 瑞雲繞寿山 (Zuiun Juzan wo Meguru)—“Auspicious clouds circling Mount Juzan.” In Zen and tea ceremony contexts, this phrase evokes a scene of supreme blessing: 瑞雲 (zuiun) refers to clouds of fortunate omen, while 寿山 (juzan) symbolizes longevity or a venerable person. The imagery suggests a continuous flow of good fortune, harmony, and celebratory energy. Often chosen for display in tea gatherings or spiritual spaces, this calligraphy embodies the wish for enduring prosperity and peaceful longevity. The scroll bears the signature “Zendaitoku Syourin Myodo” (前大徳 少林 明堂) and seals “Syourin” (少林) and “Bunryo” (文憭), affirming its authenticity. Housed in its original box (tomobako), the work stands as a graceful expression of Zen aesthetics and ceremonial depth.

Whole dimensions: 14" W x 67.1" H / 35.7cm x 170.5cm
Inside dimensions: 10.9" W x 38.5" H / 27.9cm x 98cm

Material: Paper
Technique: Handpainted
Roller ends: Wood

Weight: 470g including Original Box (Tomobako)

Condition

Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions by the photos. Special notes: STAIN a little, CREASE a little, WARP, STAIN in the back of the mounting.

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