Wood sign

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a small wooden plaque featuring Japanese calligraphy, with a vertical line of characters starting from the top. The wood has a natural grain, and the calligraphy appears to be carefully hand-painted in a dark ink. At the bottom, there is a red ink stamp, which might be a seal or signature, indicating authenticity or artistic identity. The background consists of a textured, light-colored surface, which contrasts with the smooth appearance of the wooden plaque, effectively highlighting the craftsmanship and traditional art style.

The image shows a small wooden plaque featuring Japanese calligraphy, with a vertical line of characters starting from the top. The wood has a natural grain, and the calligraphy appears to be carefully hand-painted in a dark ink. At the bottom, there is a red ink stamp, which might be a seal or signature, indicating authenticity or artistic identity. The background consists of a textured, light-colored surface, which contrasts with the smooth appearance of the wooden plaque, effectively highlighting the craftsmanship and traditional art style.

Name/Title

Wood sign

Entry/Object ID

2020.7.47

Description

Wooden sign with Japanese writing on the front in black ink. from a Hina-Matsuri set brought by Michik Takaoka to promote increased awareness of Japanese culture in 2004.