This is a fusion artwork featuring a watercolor painting of colorful carp streamers with gold accents and a haiku by Matsuo Basho. The haiku reads: Even the traveling pack and the sword, Adorn them in May, Paper streamers. Explanation: Meaning: This dynamic verse encourages one to make even the "oi" (traveling pack) and the "tachi" (sword) into decorations for the May festival. It's a spirited poem. It captures the refreshing early summer scenery of paper streamers (the original form of today's carp streamers) fluttering in the wind, celebrating the Tango no Sekku (Boys' Day), and evokes the feelings of a traveler. Background: This haiku is believed to have been written by Basho on his journey from Senju to Soka, at the beginning of his travelogue, "The Narrow Road to the Deep North." I believe this was painted by a friend of my grandmother, who loved art. It has been stored at home for a very long time, so please check the condition in the photos and understand. Other shikishi (square paperboards) can be found at #yukiko'sShikishi. Please feel free to ask if you would like to combine purchases or have any questions. I would also be happy if it could be of use to you! - Art Style: Watercolor - Theme: Carp Streamers - Text: Even the traveling pack and the sword, Adorn them in May - Colors: Colorful - Size: A4 size Thank you for looking.