Pre WWII Japanese National Flag Scroll

1920s handpainted washi scroll of the Japanese National Flag along with a dedication to the Emperor.

Signed by unknown artist in good condition.

Handpainted washi with the upper crosspiece known as hyoumoku in karaki wood.  The lower crosspiece is also a karaki wood roller.  The honshi or artwork is also in good condition.

The (ichimoji) which are the strips running across the top and bottom of the centrepiece artwork is made of silk brocade. The backing on the scroll is made from washi which is traditionally used in all scrolls.

In very good condition for its age.

Dimensions: approximately 1.9 metres in length 42.5 cm width.  Length of roller 47.5 cm.

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