Vintage Japanese Calligraphy Shikishi Board – 風寶 (Fūhō) "Treasure of the Wind" This elegant Japanese shikishi board features the bold calligraphy "Treasure of the Wind." Hand-brushed in expressive sumi ink, the characters convey a deep sense of fluidity and power, reflecting the essence of traditional Japanese calligraphy (shodō - 書道).
風 (Fū) – Wind symbolizes freedom, change, and the unseen forces that shape life. In Zen Buddhism, wind represents impermanence and the movement of energy. Wind is also associated with wisdom and enlightenment, flowing freely without obstacles.
寶 (Hō) – Treasure signifies precious, valuable, or sacred.
It can represent spiritual wealth, wisdom, and blessings rather than just material riches.
The wind is a force we cannot see but feel its impact, much like wisdom, knowledge, and experiences. It represents impermanence (無常 – Mujō) in Buddhism, reminding us that all things in life are ever-changing. Unlike material treasures, true wealth lies in wisdom, experiences, and virtues.
The phrase can be interpreted as gaining treasures through knowledge, enlightenment, and life's journey, much like how the wind carries seeds far and wide.
In Japanese culture, wind can be a harbinger of good fortune and prosperity, bringing fresh beginnings. The treasure (寶) may symbolize natural blessings, harmony with nature, and the gifts of the universe. This makes the shikishi calligraphy not just a piece of art but a profound reminder of life's deeper treasures—those that cannot be seen but are truly valuable.
Size: 24 x 27cm
