Kashima Arts

EVENTS

BISAI SEN / MEGURU: About our biannual events,
the Japanese Art Sales exhibition, BISAI SEN
and the Japanese Art Auction, MEGURU.

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ASSESSMENTS & CONSIGNMENTS

Consultation regarding assessment and purchase: We offer consultations on the buying and selling of calligraphy, paintings, crafts and more.

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ESSAYS

: A series of columns introducing the charm of Japanese art and antiquities from various angles
ART INTERVIEW ／ SEITEI’S BIRDS ／ Yulia's Voyage to Japanese Art

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WORK
OF THE MONTH

Ryokan “Calligraphy”

Small shikishi paper, with a box signed and sealed by Aizu Yaichi and Yasuda Yukihiko
18×17㎝ / 130×53㎝

Ryokan, one of the most famous Zen monks of the Edo period, still fascinates many people with his simple, free-spirited lifestyle. His innocence, free and rich state of mind are well expressed in his waka (poetry) and calligraphy. This work depicts the scenery where snow piling up on a solemn oak tree. The poetic contrast between the pure, fleeting snow and the strong, rooted tree shows how beautiful the world appeared to Ryokan. The free-flowing and familiar calligraphy is also an attractive feature of the work. In later years, Rosanjin commented on Ryokan’s calligraphy which embodies his personality, writing that it "combines truth, goodness, and beauty." It is a heart-warming work that is perfect for enjoying as winter approaches.

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APPRAISAL

Appraisal Consultations

We offer introductions to expert appraisal organization, like the Bakumatsu Iboku Appraisal Committee and the Wakayama Bokusui Appraisal Committee.

PUBLICATIONS

“WATANABE SEITEI”

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INFORMATION

2024.12.09

Winter Break Announcement

Kashima Arts will be closed for the winter holidays during the following dates.

◼️December 28 (Sat), 2024 to January 5 (Sun), 2024

All inquiries received during this period will be answered in order of inquiry from Monday, January 6.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience.
2024.07.24

Summer Break Announcement

Kashima Arts will be closed for the summer holidays during the following dates.

August 10 (Sat) to 18 (Sun), 2024
*Regular business will resume on August 19 (Mon).

All inquiries received during this period will be answered in order of inquiry from Monday, August 19.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience.
2024.02.18

【Important Notice】
We are currently experiencing issues with our MEGURU Auction website.
If you have encountered any error messages, please contact us via email with the following information:

・Lot number
・Title
・Artist
・Bid amount
・Your name
・Your email address

Email：nyusatsu@kashima-arts.co.jp

We apologize for the inconvenience this has caused.