WWII Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome Watercolor Memorial Hanging Scroll Japanese Art

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WWII Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome Watercolor Memorial Hanging Scroll Japanese Art:
$2400.00

Description

This is a rare kakejiku (Japanese hanging scroll) featuring a delicate watercolor painting of the Atomic Bomb Dome (Genbaku Dome) in Hiroshima, accompanied by a handwritten commemorative poem and signature (seal “Shigeru”). Likely created by Shigeru Oki, a noted prewar Hiroshima artist, this scroll is both an artwork and a powerful historic document.

What is the Atomic Bomb Dome?

The “Genbaku Dome” is the iconic ruin left standing after the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945. Originally the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, it became a global symbol of peace and the horror of nuclear war. It is now a UNESCO World Heritage site, preserved exactly as it was after the blast.

What is written on the scroll?

The handwritten poem reflects on the destruction caused by the atomic bomb, recognizing that spiritual strength alone could not resist the immense power of modern science. The artist created this piece in June 1948 as a memorial, capturing the “shadow” left by the bombing and urging future generations to remember Hiroshima’s lesson.

Why does it matter?

This scroll is not just a work of art—it is a message from postwar Japan, expressing both grief and hope. The green pine-motif mounting symbolizes resilience and the wish that the memory of Hiroshima will never fade.

A collector’s piece with exceptional provenance and emotional depth—perfect for museums, peace organizations, or anyone seeking a tangible connection to world history.

Size: Width 30.7cm, Length 148cm

Condition: Superb, virtually unused. With original paper box.

Own a Piece of History.

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