【Important notes】 ・International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These duties are paid to your country's customs office and not to us. Prompt payment of these fees is necessary to ensure delivery of your item. ・Please note: VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and do not cover import duties, or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. 【Product details】 This Showa Era calligraphy brush is inscribed with the phrase "Furinkazan," which originates from the ancient Chinese military text The Art of War by Sun Tzu. The phrase signifies a strategy that is as swift as the wind, as calm as the forest, as fierce as fire in attack, and as immovable as a mountain. These words were famously adopted by the Japanese warlord Takeda Shingen, symbolizing his strategic approach to warfare. Additionally, the brush features the inscription "Hekiun," meaning "blue cloud," a term that evokes imagery of purity and nobility. Crafted by Shōrindō, this elegant brush comes with its original wooden box. The brush shows minor scratches, stains, and signs of wear due to age and use. Please refer to the photos for further details. Dimensions: approx. H 43 cm W 12 cm D 12 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!