Treasure
As we followed this Shinto monk down the Kyoto street, I couldn’t help but wonder what might be in his bag. A life of simplicity surely might have room for something treasured–why not a book? Books have always been my companion, on every journey.
The sho-sho box is a traditional Japanese container for things that are precious. This one contains a scroll which opens to reveal a quote reflecting on the importance of a book.
Photo credit: Rick Scobie
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Charcoal drawing 17 x 22
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Book structure: sho-sho box – chiyogami, cord, bead; scroll – washi, wooden dowels and finials, cord, ink
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