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makimono

makimono

9.9
A long paper roll with paintings or writing that you unroll and view in parts
  • noun
  • /ˌmɑːkɪˈmoʊnoʊ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : makimono
  • She carefully unrolled the makimono to reveal a beautiful landscape painted in soft colors.

Examples

  • During the exhibition, visitors admired the delicate brushwork on the ancient makimono.

  • The art collector proudly displayed a rare makimono from the Edo period in his study.

  • The ancient makimono displayed beautiful landscapes.

  • Have you ever seen a makimono in a museum?

  • The art collector proudly displayed a rare makimono from the Edo period in his study.

  • During the exhibition, visitors admired the delicate brushwork on the ancient makimono.

  • She carefully unrolled the makimono to reveal a beautiful landscape painted in soft colors.

How Long

makimono
  • Specialized
9.9
kakemono
9.9

Surface Forms

makimono singular
makimonos plural

Etymology

Makimono comes from the Japanese parts maki 'to roll' and mono 'thing'. It is literally a 'rolled thing' you unroll like a scroll, which is why it names a horizontal handscroll of painting or calligraphy.