A vintage Japanese chigiri-e shikishi card, featuring a delicate depiction of a white rabbit framed by a soft floral arch. Crafted using the chigiri-e technique, this artwork combines natural textures and subtle hues to evoke a gentle, dreamlike mood.
Chigiri-e (ちぎり絵) is a traditional Japanese art form that involves creating images by tearing and layering pieces of hand-dyed washi paper (Japanese paper). The name comes from the word “chigiru” (ちぎる), meaning “to tear,” and “e” (絵), meaning “picture.” At the center is a serene white rabbit with striking red eyes, a symbol of purity, vigilance, and seasonal renewal in Japanese culture.
The rabbit is encircled by a stylized arc of flowering branches, adorned with muted pink and purple blossoms and soft green foliage, all rendered in textured paper with soft blending. The background is a fibrous, natural-toned washi, giving the piece an organic warmth and vintage depth. It is ideal as a collector’s item or a seasonal display, especially for spring or for the Year of the Rabbit. A poetic and textured celebration of nature and tradition.
