Butterfly Over Peony Blossoms
Sold – no longer available
This piece was handmade by Ryokuro and was a one-of-a-kind work. It cannot be reordered and will never exist in this form again. The page stays online as part of our archive.
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Details about the sold piece
- Height 200 cm
- Width 53 cm
- Item Type Kakemono
- Jikusaki Bone
- Material Honshi Silk
- Period of Creation Shôwa (1926–1989)
- Technique Hand-Painted
- Unique Work Yes
- Wooden Box Yes
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Description
A fascinating moment of fleeting beauty is captured in this elegant kakemono by the artist Ryokuro from the Japanese Showa period. The masterfully executed scene shows a delicate butterfly gracefully hovering over lushly blooming peonies. The combination of deep red and brilliant white blossoms unfolds a particularly powerful yet harmonious effect on the fine, high-quality silk.
The impressive fineness and attention to detail of the painting testifies to the artist's great craftsmanship. Each blossom appears vivid and in full bloom, while the careful, nuanced coloring and flowing linework bathe the scene in a gentle, poetic light. As a special feature, the valuable jikusaki made of bone further underscore the exquisite character of this handcrafted one-of-a-kind piece.
Whether as the highlight of a tastefully furnished room or as a precious collector's item – this kakemono invites one to pause and appreciate the beauty of the moment. Lovers of traditional Japanese painting and all those seeking a piece of quiet, subtle elegance will find here a work of art that creates atmosphere and leaves a lasting impression.
