Genuine This is a work by Houun Ito, allowing you to directly experience the bold kana brushwork that rivals the presence of kanji. Poem by Hakushu Kitahara Mount Mikasa, winter has come, high and clear, The white clouds drift above the treetops. Approximately 135cm x 33cm (Total length approximately 207cm x 45cm) This work was created around the age of 60. It was obtained directly from the master by a relative who was a student about 50 years ago. Of course, there is a signature, but the original box was purchased later. There is no signature on the original box. There is yellowing and staining due to aging. There are no folds. Please note that the actual color may differ slightly depending on your monitor or screen environment. I have decided to part with it because it is difficult to maintain. I hope it will find someone who will take good care of it, especially someone who appreciates kana characters. It is recommended as a collection piece, but also as a model for calligraphy. Biography of Houun Ito Born June 13, 1916, Died September 19, 2001 Calligrapher of the Showa and Heisei periods, Chairman of the Chigusa-kai, Councilor of Nitten, Honorary Advisor of the Japan Calligraphy Academy. In 1953, he entered the school of Kaido Tanaka and studied kana. He developed his own calligraphy style that incorporated the Japanese style of the Heian period and Chinese calligraphy. His publications include "Shodo Kana (Vol. 1 & 2)". Major Awards: Nitten Special Selection/Hotake Prize (1962) "Autumn Wind", Nitten 5th Section/Chrysanthemum Prize (1970) "Hitomaro's Song", Osaka Prefecture Cultural Arts Merit Award (1982), Japan Art Academy Award (1990) "Song of Miyoshino", Prime Minister's Award of Nitten