Lotus Sutra Ryukoji

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Lotus Sutra Ryukoji

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A Part of Lotus pedestal character Lotus Sutra, ink on ornamented paper, 29cm height, Heian period, Nine handscrolls. Fukushima Aizumisato Ryukoji, Aizumisato, Fukushima, Japan

The Japanese calligraphy (Shodo) Is one of the most popular fine arts of Japan. Calligraphic works are appreciated not less than products of painting. But this kind of the fine arts possesses also philosophical sense. In the simplest understanding the calligraphy is an art to write beautifully. The master creates a work of art by bamboo brush and inks on the rice paper. It transfers harmony and beauty.

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2016
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