Collection: Shikishi Art Frame (Japanese Calligraphy Frame)
What Is a Shikishi Frame?
A shikishi board is a thick paper board with a decorative gold edge,
commonly used for calligraphy, watercolor paintings, Japanese paintings, and sumi-e works.
A shikishi frame refers to a frame designed specifically to display artworks created on shikishi boards.
Choosing the right frame enhances the impression of your work and can transform the atmosphere of the space where it is displayed.
Find a frame that best highlights the character and beauty of your artwork.
Choosing Frames That Enhance Shikishi Artwork
How to Choose a Shikishi Frame by Size
Shikishi boards are available in several standard sizes.
The most commonly used size is approximately 24.2 × 27.2 cm,
while smaller formats such as Sunshōan size (13.6 × 12.1 cm)
and slender tanzaku-style boards (36.4 × 6.1 cm) are also popular.
Start by measuring your shikishi board, then select a frame that matches its dimensions.
Frame Types and Size Guide
Sunshōan Frame: Approx. artwork size 12.1 × 13.6 cm
Postcard Frame: Approx. artwork size 10 × 14.8 cm
Tanzaku Frame: Approx. artwork size 6.1 × 36.4 cm
Wide Tanzaku Frame: Approx. artwork size 7.7 × 36.4 cm
Shikishi Frame: Approx. artwork size 24.2 × 27.2 cm
Seal Carving Frame: Approx. artwork size 28 × 37 cm
Sutra Copy Frame: Approx. inner size 38 × 58 cm
Fan-Shaped Frame: Approx. inner size (Small) 30 × 52 cm / (Large) 39 × 67 cm
About Shikishi Frame Designs
When framing a shikishi work, two key design choices greatly influence the final presentation:
① Whether to place the shikishi directly into the frame or use a mat
② Whether to choose a square frame or a rounded frame (marugaku)
Selecting a design that complements your artwork will further enhance its visual appeal.