Kingfisher Kakejiku Hanging Scroll Yu not just at mealtimes

not just at mealtimes

alludes to the quiet presence of waves

This design beautifully captures the fluidity and grace of water

and it can be used not only for simmered dishes but also for soups

Kingfisher Kakejiku Hanging Scroll Yu not just at mealtimesThis hanging scroll depicts a kingfisher and is traditionally associated with summer. In Japan, seasonal motifs have long been cherished and expressed through paintings and crafts. The kingfisher, known in Japanese as hisui (jade) due to its vivid blue green feathers, is a familiar symbol of summer. In this piece, a solitary kingfisher perches on a branch extending over a river, intently gazing at the waters surfaceperhaps watching for its next catch.