亀甲の扇

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亀甲の扇 -Fan of Kikkō- This piece has a bright and dignified presence, with an orderly kikkō pattern in gold and vermilion set against a soft ivory ground. The kikkō motif is a hexagonal pattern derived from the shape of a turtle’s shell, and has long been cherished in Japanese decorative art as an auspicious symbol of longevity, stability, and enduring happiness. By layering fan-like three-dimensional folds over this refined geometric design, I shaped the piece so that light movement and softness emerge within its formal beauty. The clear, near-white ground, the woven gold, and the touches of vermilion bring a poised brightness to the space, creating an elegant and uplifting impression. やわらかな生成りを基調に、金と朱の亀甲文が整然と連なる、明るく格調のある一枚です。亀甲文は亀の甲羅に由来する六角形の文様で、長寿や安定、末永い幸せを願う吉祥柄として古くから親しまれてきました。端正な幾何学の連なりに、扇のように広がる立体的な折りを重ねることで、きちんとした美しさの中に軽やかな動きとやわらかな表情を生み出しています。澄んだ白に近い地色と金の織り、そこに差し込まれた朱の輪郭が空間に凛とした明るさを添え、上品で晴れやかな印象をもたらしてくれる作品です。