Bees Against a Waterfall Backdrop by Jodo

Name: Bees Against a Waterfall Backdrop by Jodo
Brand: Jōdō
SKU: 6307
Price: 375.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Kakemono, unique work, 188 x 62 cm

Product number: 6307

Height 188 cm
Width 62 cm
Item Type Kakemono
Jikusaki Wood
Material Honshi Silk
Period of Creation Meiji (1868–1912)
Technique Hand-Painted
Unique Work Yes

Signature / Stamp:

Jōdō

€375.00

Available, delivery time: 1-3 Days

Description

This masterful Japanese kakemono from the Meiji period depicts a fascinating portrayal of nature that immediately captivates the viewer: against the impressively stylized backdrop of a powerful waterfall, three bees hover in the air, calm yet full of life. The artful composition skillfully combines dynamic elements – the powerful cascading of the water – with the gentle presence of the bees, creating a harmonious balance between energy and peaceful stillness.

The delicately rendered rocks and plants, painted in subdued, natural tones, form an elegant frame for the scene and underscore its poetic atmosphere. The artist Jodo makes masterful use of silk as a painting surface to bring out fine nuances and subtle details that emphasize the quality and uniqueness of the work.

With its stylish wooden jikusaki, this kakemono achieves its authentic, traditional finishing touch. It is particularly well suited as decoration in rooms meant to convey calm, a connection to nature, and at the same time a dynamic elegance. An extraordinary unique work that delights collectors and lovers of Japanese art alike and invites moments of inner reflection and inspiration.

Frequently asked

Does this work carry a seal or signature?

Yes, this piece carries the signature or seal of Jōdō

When was the work created?

Based on the previous owners' information and the condition of the object we place it broadly in the Meiji (1868–1912) period, but cannot give a precise date.

Is this genuine craftsmanship?

Yes, this piece is a genuine handcrafted original that exists only once.

Why does the date of creation sometimes not match the artist's dates

Because the two pieces of information speak about different things: the period designation describes the object – support, colors, condition – while the signature reflects which name appears on the painting. In most cases there is no attempt at deception behind this, but rather Japanese painting training: copying from workshop models was the curriculum for centuries, an utsushi is regarded as a bow to the teacher, workshops signed with the master's name, and artist names were passed down within a school. Such a hanging scroll is therefore not a forgery, but a hand-painted one-of-a-kind that continues the formal language of its school – just not the work of the famous name, and priced accordingly. We explain this in detail in the guide Why does a kakemono often bear the signature of an artist long deceased?.