{"product_id":"shp159-japan-shikishi-print-of-a-tamed-ox-馴牛圖","title":"SHP159 - Japan Shikishi Print of a Tamed Ox 馴牛圖","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis vintage shikishi (色紙) artwork print depicts a traditional 馴牛圖 (じゅんぎゅうず \/ Jun-gyūzu), “Picture of a Tamed Ox.” It shows a cheerful child riding atop a large ox, holding a flute while the animal calmly walks forward. The painting is executed in delicate sumi-e (ink wash) style, with fluid brushstrokes that bring out the ox’s strength and the innocence of the child. This imagery is closely connected to Zen iconography, particularly the Ten Ox-Herding Pictures (十牛図), which symbolize stages of self-discipline and enlightenment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe calligraphic inscription, which reads: “Peacefully playing the flute, the picture of a tamed ox.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSymbolism of the Ox, the ox is no longer wild; it follows calmly, or the boy rides it while playing a flute. This represents the practitioner achieving inner peace, harmony, and freedom. The mind is no longer an obstacle but a companion on the path.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIt depicts one of the most joyful and peaceful moments of this journey, a boy riding the ox, playing a flute. It embodies the idea of living with serenity, enjoying the present moment, and expressing Zen through everyday life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece embodies tranquility, harmony with nature, and spiritual cultivation, making it not only an elegant decorative work but also one with deep Zen connotations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 24 x 27cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53483776213323,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/1758890345.jpg?v=1758916446","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/de\/products\/shp159-japan-shikishi-print-of-a-tamed-ox-%e9%a6%b4%e7%89%9b%e5%9c%96","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}