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

Ikkyu Sojun “Poems”

Ink on paper, with a certificate of authenticity by Tayama Honan
63×38cm / 146×50cm

Ikkyu Sojun, affectionately known as “Ikkyu-san,” was a Zen monk from the Muromachi period who remains beloved to this day. Known for his eccentricity despite being a Zen monk, he often lived free from traditional constraints, enjoying worldly pleasures. Despite his unconventional lifestyle, he was a dedicated priest who sought the way of Zen throughout his life. This piece, reflecting on the challenging path of Zen, shines with its elegant kana script. The graceful yet stern presence embodies the true essence of Ikkyu's calligraphy. It is a rare work that allows us to experience the profound spirituality of Ikkyu Sojun, who embraced both the sacred and the profane in his life.

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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

2024.07.24

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.
2023.12.13

Winter Break Announcement

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

◼️December 28 (Thu), 2023 to January 8 (Mon), 2024

All inquiries received during this period will be answered in order of inquiry from Tuesday, January 9.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience.