Carp Dancing in Water

Name: Carp Dancing in Water
Brand: Shūjō
SKU: 6282
Price: 460.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Kakemono, unique work, 165 x 68 cm

Product number: 6282

Height 165 cm
Width 68 cm
Item Type Kakemono
Jikusaki Wood
Material Honshi Paper
Period of Creation Meiji (1868–1912)
Technique Hand-Painted
Unique Work Yes

Signature / Stamp:

Shūjō

€460.00

Available, delivery time: 1-3 Days

Description

This remarkable kakemono from the Meiji period is the work of the Japanese artist Shujo and depicts a powerful carp brought to life with striking dynamism and vitality. Captured in bold, confident brushstrokes on fine paper, the carp seems to dance in the water, poised to dive gracefully into the depths at any moment.

In Japanese culture, the carp (koi) is regarded as a symbol of strength, determination, and good fortune. Its depiction in this artwork is not only an aesthetic pleasure but also an emblem of perseverance and success, making it especially valuable as inspiring decoration.

The artist's masterful ink technique gives the painting a dynamic yet harmonious presence that enriches any room with a special atmosphere. The painting is fitted with jikusaki of fine wood and bears the clear red seal of the artist Shujo.

A wonderful original for lovers of traditional Japanese painting, one that will delight not only collectors but also lend any living space a timeless and authentic accent.

Frequently asked

Does this work carry a seal or signature?

Yes, this piece carries the signature or seal of Shūjō

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?.