Hanging scroll, tea ceremony scroll, Omotesenke, Sōan Horinouchi, Kenchūsai, "Clear Stream Without Interruption," self-written kingfisher painting, Rakuboku Konkawa, painting inscription

【Seiryu Kandannashi (Uninterrupted Clear Stream)】
This phrase describes the appearance of a clear stream flowing without interruption, symbolizing a pure heart and continuous effort. Mugen means no interval = uninterrupted. To continue flowing. Seiryu: A clear stream. Kandannashi: Without interruption, without a break. The clear river water flows without interruption.

【Brief Biography of Horiuchi Soukan (Kenchusai)】
12th head of the Horiuchi family, Omotesenke school.
Born in Kyoto in 1919 (Taisho 8).
His given name was Yoshihiko, and his other alias was Choseian.
His father was the 10th head of the Horiuchi family, Fusensai.
Graduated from the Faculty of Science, Kyoto University.
Due to the sudden of his elder brother, the 11th head, Hokusaisai,
he trained under Sokunyu-sai of Omotesenke and then succeeded to the 12th headship.
Known for his unique, gentle tea ceremony style, which combined Zen enlightenment with the thinking of a scientist.
His published works include Chanoyu Jyuwa and Chabana.
In 1998 (Heisei 10), he changed his name to Soushin upon the succession of Bunmyo as the 13th head.

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Calligraphy/Writing Supplies: Ink, Brush, Original Handwriting.
Form of Calligraphy: Hanging scroll.