hanging scrolls

Hanging scrolls display a painting or calligraphy on a rolled mount that hangs from a cord, and they roll up for storage. To pick one that suits your wall, compare:

• The material: silk, rice paper or printed canvas, which differ in texture, durability and price.
• The overall length and width, including the rods, measured against your wall or alcove.
• Whether the artwork is hand-painted or printed, and whether it comes with a hanging cord and hook.

Hang scrolls away from direct sun and humidity. When you swap them out for the season, roll them loosely with the image facing out.