Hanging Scroll “Bright Moon over Solitary Peak” – Zen Calligraphy by Fukumoto Sekkei – Antique Japanese Wall Art – Wabi-Sabi Decor

A moment of quiet beauty—where the moon meets the mountain. This vintage Japanese hanging scroll presents the calligraphy “明月上弧峰” (Bright Moon Rising Over a Solitary Peak), a poetic image cherished in Zen thought. “明月” (meigetsu) signifies the radiant full moon. “弧峰” (kohō) refers to a lone peak, rising quietly without surrounding mountains. Together, they depict a solitary mountain under the bright moon—a scene of serene transcendence. This phrase is not just visual; it embodies spiritual solitude, clarity, and the subtle power of silence. The calligraphy was brushed by Fukumoto Sekkei, a revered Zen master and head priest of Hōrin-ji Temple (Daitokuji lineage). His strokes evoke stillness and vastness, offering a meditative presence in any space. Ideal for minimalist, natural, or Japandi interiors, this scroll invites you into a landscape of calm and introspection.

✦ Provenance
・Heian Shrine Flea Market, Kyoto
・Artist: Fukumoto Sekkei
・Affiliation: Hōrin-ji Temple, Daitokuji sect

✦ Dimensions & Weight
Approx. 170 × 33 cm (about 67 × 13 in)
Weight: 0.8 kg (1.8 lbs)

✦ Care Instructions

Avoid touching with wet hands

Store away from high humidity or direct sunlight

✦ Condition
This is an antique item. You may notice faint stains, slight creases, or wrinkles, which reflect its age and contribute to its one-of-a-kind character.

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