Made of linen paper, mineral pigments, silver leaf, and sulfur. The frame is coated with silver, so it may be displayed without a frame. The frame is coated with silver, so it may be displayed without a frame. The lotus flower came from China with the arrival of Buddhism. Since ancient times, it has been a popular symbol of Buddhism, representing the enlightenment of Buddha. Japanese painting is based on a style of painting that has existed for more than 1,000 years, and uses traditional materials that have been cultivated throughout history. The technique involves painting on Japanese paper, silk, wood, etc., using natural paints such as sumi ink, iwa-enogu (mineral pigments), gofun (gofun), etc., and glue (nikawawa) as an adhesive. Gold and other metal materials (gold leaf, etc.) are also used. Iwa-enogu, made from ore, is a beautiful, sand-like powder. Mizuhigure, made from clay, is a fine, stretchy paint with fine particles. Artificial versions of iwa-enogu and mizuhoshi egur are also made, and are available in a wide variety of colors. Goko, made from shells, is a white pigment with fine particles.
